Cognitive Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) Key Worker

Eastern Health

  • Wantirna, VIC
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 15 days ago
Cognitive Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) Key Worker
  • Permanent Part Time Position | 15.2 hours per week | Work-life balance
  • Grd 2 Allied Health, Grd 2 Clinical, Neuro or Health Psychologist
  • Professions with relevant experience welcome to apply | Enjoy career progression
  • Based at Wantirna Health | Car-parking and café on site | Work close to home
Eastern HealthEastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.About the roleThe Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) is a multidisciplinary, regional specialist service providing early diagnosis, advice, support and referral for people with cognitive difficulties causing memory loss or thinking problems, and those who support them. The CDAMS Key Worker will work as a member of the multidisciplinary CDAMS team and will utilise their clinical knowledge and excellent communication skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care for clients referred to the CDAMS service.About youTo be successful in this role you will possess:
  • Recognized tertiary qualification in relevant discipline
  • Current professional practicing certificate/registration (if applicable)
  • Eligible for membership of relevant discipline professional association
  • Experience and expertise in assessment, treatment and management of persons with dementia and other cognitive impairment
  • A strong commitment to high quality care
  • A commitment to maintaining up-to-date, clinical knowledge through professional development
  • The ability to work as part of a diverse team
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the . Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.What we offerEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
  • Mentor and Shadowing program
  • Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
  • Study and professional development leave
  • Friendly & supportive teams
  • Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Fitness Passport for work-life balance
  • Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
  • Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
  • Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
  • Access to Private Health Insurance offers
  • Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
  • Cafes at all of our Hospitals
Next StepsApply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.Good to know:
  • We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability - within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
  • We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
  • As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
  • Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
  • Advertising may end before the closing date.
  • We do not accept recruitment agency application
If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.Contact Person: Erin Carr, Team Leader CDAMSContact Number: 0403 107 556Contact Email: erin.carr@easternhealth.org.auJob Posting End Date: 14/09/2025Need help submitting your application?Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)Our Values in Action:Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

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