Care Partner - Transition Care Program
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Care Partner - Transition Care Program (TCP) | Part Time Ongoing | 0.6 EFT (45.6 hours per fortnight | 3 days per week)
About the Role
Are you passionate about supporting older people to maintain their independence, achieve their goals and make decisions that matter to them?
As a Care Partner within the Transition Care Program (TCP), you will play a key role in supporting older people as they transition from hospital to home or ongoing care. Working across both our Home-Based and Bed-Based TCP services, you will provide person-centred support that empowers individuals to navigate their care journey with confidence.
You will build meaningful relationships with clients, families and carers, acting as a trusted advocate and navigator to ensure each person's goals, preferences and aspirations remain at the centre of their care. Working collaboratively with geriatricians and the broader interdisciplinary team, you will help deliver safe, coordinated and personalised care experiences.
This role focuses on promoting:
- Choice, control and shared decision-making
- Independence, reablement and achievement of personal goals
- Dignity, respect and culturally responsive care
- Individualised support tailored to each person's needs
- Safe and seamless transitions across healthcare settings
Based predominantly in the Dandenong region, you will work across both the Home-Based and Bed-Based TCP programs, providing flexible and responsive support that recognises the unique circumstances of each person.
About Us
The Transition Care Program (TCP) supports older people as they move from hospital to their next stage of recovery, reablement and care.
A policy initiative between the State and Commonwealth Governments, TCP provides short-term, goal-directed support designed to help older people:
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Maximise their independence and functional ability
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Build confidence following illness or hospitalisation
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Remain living safely at home where possible
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Make informed decisions about their future care needs
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Avoid unnecessary hospital presentations and residential aged care admissions
Through collaborative care planning, low-intensity therapy, personal support and care coordination, we work alongside older people and their families to achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.
About You
You are passionate about supporting older people to live well and delivering person-centred, rights-based care.
You bring:
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Advanced skills in care coordination, care planning, discharge planning and service navigation
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Experience supporting older people through complex healthcare journeys and transitions of care
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A strong understanding of person-centred practice and collaborative goal setting
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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The ability to work autonomously while thriving within an interdisciplinary team
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Experience in acute, rehabilitation, community, aged care or Transition Care settings
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A commitment to continuous improvement, quality care and positive consumer outcomes
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Public healthcare experience (highly desirable)
Mandatory Requirements:
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Relevant tertiary qualification
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Current professional registration (where applicable)
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Relevant clinical experience
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Current Victorian Driver's Licence
In Return
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
- Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options
- Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth
- Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence
- Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance
- Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways
- Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging
At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Angela Jones, Senior Clinicians Social Worker on 0499 822 058.
Position Description documents can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 18 September, 2026.