Mala'la Health Service is looking for a full-time Aged Care & Community Services Manager based in Maningrida, NT.

This role oversees the operations of Mala’la Flexible Aged Care and Community Services, reports to the Executive Health Manager, and is responsible for ensuring optimal service delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing service operations including resource allocation
• Coordinating client assessments and medical reviews
• Ensuring culturally appropriate service delivery
• Developing and sustaining professional relationships
• Leading staff and supporting their professional development
• Reporting on service delivery outcomes
• Monitoring program budgets
• Adhering to workplace safety and information technology policies

About Mala'la

Mala’la Health Service is a respected & accredited Aboriginal Corporation providing services to the seaside community of Maningrida (520 km east of Darwin), with a population of approximately 3,000 people. These services include Primary Health Care, Aged & Community Care, Family & Community Wellness, Drugs & Alcohol Services.

Mala'la's vision is to improve the health and well-being of people in the Maningrida community and surrounding outstations.

Essential requirements

To qualify, you will need current Nursing registration as an Enrolled Nurse or Registered Nurse with AHPRA. Extensive experience in Aged Care Management will also be considered essential, while prior experience in a remote Aboriginal community will be held in high regard.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Sound knowledge in monitoring financial budgets
• Experience in reporting to major funding bodies
• Experience in workplace change management
• Experience in meeting compliance targets
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office programs and electronic databases

As our ideal candidate, you will possess exemplary communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of issues impacting community life within the Maningrida Community. It is imperative that you show empathy, warmth, understanding and a strong work ethic.

This is a challenging yet rewarding role where your expertise in aged care management and your ability to navigate complex program operations will be crucial. We are looking for a dedicated professional who is eager to make a significant impact in the lives of our community members.

BEnefits

The successful candidate will receive an attractive salary up to $136,000 (dependent on skills & experience) plus 11% super, alongside a wide range of benefits, including:

• Salary sacrifice options (up to $15,950);
• Travel allowance of $4,000 per year;
• Accommodation (2.5 bedroom unit);
• Retention allowance of $2,500 (after each completed 12 month period of service)
• Relocation and repatriation expense assistance; and
• 6 weeks annual leave!

This role presents the opportunity to join an influential community controlled Aboriginal organisation that makes a significant impact on Maningrida and the surrounding regions. You’ll gain invaluable experience working within remote Aboriginal health, while making a real difference to the lives of the local community.

In addition, you’ll enjoy fantastic career progression and growth, with the opportunity to further your leadership skills in this pivotal role.

This is an opportunity to join a reputable organisation in improving health and wellbeing services within remote Aboriginal communities.

VACCINATION & IMMUNITY SCREENING

Mala’la Health Service is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all staff and clients of our Health Care Centre. In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Guidelines, National Safety and Quality Health Care Service Standards, and other local policies, guidelines and procedures; we mandate that all staff abide by our Worker Immunisation Against Specific VPD Policy, which will be supplied to all successful candidates.

For more information regarding the Vaccination & Immunity Screening requirements, please contact: [email protected] using the subject line: Aged Care & Community Services Manager - Maningrida enquiry via EthicalJobs.