Dementia Consultant

HammondCare

. Support families, caregivers and clinical staff to better understand how dementia impacts each individual.

Posted 10/12/2026contractCairns • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supporting individuals living with dementia, with a strong focus on evidence-based practices, stakeholder management, and effective communication. Holds relevant qualifications in Allied Health, Nursing, Aged Care, or Mental Health, and possesses the ability to develop personalized behavior support plans.

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Expertise In Supporting People Living With DementiaExperience In Australian Residential Aged CareExcellent Written And Verbal Communication SkillsStakeholder ManagementRelevant Qualification In Allied Health, Nursing, Aged Care Or Mental Health

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Hard Skills

Behaviour Support PlanningAssessment SkillsEvidence-Based Best PracticeReport DevelopmentProblem SolvingDecision-Making

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsRelationship BuildingEmpathyPatienceAbility To Prioritise Multiple Tasks

Certifications & Qualifications

Current Australian Drivers Licence

Industry Keywords

Dementia SupportAged CareCommunity Aged CareHolistic ExperienceClinical Staff Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support families, caregivers and clinical staff to better understand how dementia impacts each individual.
Equip carers and clinicians to prevent and respond to behaviour changes through modelling, coaching, and development of resources, including personalised behaviour support planning.
Synthesise information through observation and written documentation to provide recommendations informed by evidence-based best practice.
Develop contextualised reports that effect change and improve quality of life for people living with dementia.
Undertake assessments to understand the holistic experience of the person and their care network.
Work in partnership with the broader Dementia Support Australia team to build capability and confidence across acute, home and aged care sectors.
Contribute to research, projects and programs, working innovatively to meet changing sector needs.
Work on other projects and assignments as required in line with skills, expertise and knowledge.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expertise in supporting people living with dementia
Experience in Australian residential aged care and/ or community aged care
Be relatable and able to share knowledge in a way that supports change at all levels
Demonstrate a high level of negotiation, communication and relationship building skills
Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability Be able to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent stakeholder management
A current Australian drivers licence and willingness to travel
Empathy and patience
Relevant qualification in Allied Health, Nursing, Aged Care or Mental Health is essential
Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action.
Short-listed applicants must consent to a criminal record check.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Market leading remuneration
Salary packaging; $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits.
Flexible hybrid work arrangements in a friendly workplace with an emphasis on work life balance
Additional training & career development opportunities
Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave
Reward and Recognition Program
Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
Free independent and confidential counselling sessions and free wellbeing resources and webinars available through our Employee Assistance Program in multiple languages.
Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs, and Tyre Care Plans. Along with commercial discounts for JB HI-FI and The Good Guys.