• Merrylands Location
• Rewarding leadership opportunity
• Full time position
• Tax benefits to maximise your take-home pay
• Renowned not-for-profit provider
• Supportive environment with a friendly and inclusive team

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Residential Care Manager (known as a Facility Manager) to oversee our Merrylands facility, John Woodward Residential Care. You will manage a 118 bed residential facility offering ageing-in-place for both low to high care and dementia. You’ll be generously rewarded with a great salary package and enjoy working within a highly-regarded, community-focused home.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Providing a caring environment that enhances the security, welfare and well-being of residents.
• Planning, controlling and directing the provision of a range of high-quality, personalized, clinical care and support services.
• Managing the budget of the facility.
• Ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the facility and its staff.
• Leading your team with a positive approach and building a positive culture within the team.
• Managing the performance of staff, recruitment and selection.
• Ensuring all policies and procedures are implemented and followed.
• Adhering to all accreditation standards and taking a continuous improvement approach.
• Managing ACFI requirements to ensure effective care and funding outcomes
• To promote the service within the community and maintain key networks and partnerships

The Requirements:

• Registered Nurse DIV 1 - AHPRA Registered
• Aged care leadership/management experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Sound financial and budgeting skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in ACFI
• Efficient time management
• Demonstrated knowledge of accreditation standards
• Thorough understanding of continuous improvement
• Superior communication skills both written and verbal
• Highly organised and an ability to use and set up systems
• Experience in managing and mentoring care staff

Please note that from 17 September 2021, COVID-19 vaccination will be mandatory for all aged care workers working in residential aged care facilities, with a minimum first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine required by this time. This follows an announcement by National Cabinet and applies to staff, including volunteers, who are responsible for resident care, support and services for residents, maintenance, and administration.

About Us

Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) is a leading not-for-profit high-quality aged care provider. For 50 over years, our name has been trusted by the community to provide care and support services for thousands of people in over 40 locations across NSW and the ACT. We offer a full continuum of integrated care services for older people, from home care, through to retirement living and residential care.

We have a passion for providing the best care for our residents and to ensure clinical excellence in achieving this goal. We take personal responsibility for providing the best residential care and support to meet our residents’ individual needs and preferences. This includes delivering a range of clinical care services while building and maintaining warm, positive relationships.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.

More information

This is a great opportunity, so please don't delay your application, apply today. If you'd like more information or to have a confidential chat about this opportunity, feel free to contact us via the details below:

Name: Persa
Email: [email protected], using the subject line: Facility Manager - Merrylands enquiry via EthicalJobs.