▷ [15h Left] Care Manager

Location: Ballarat, Australia. Sector: Medical & Nursing. Salary: $135,000 – $145,000 + Super & Salary Packaging

Care Manager

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and compassionate Care Manager to step into a key leadership position at a well-regarded aged care facility in regional Victoria. Join a values-driven organisation that prioritises person-centred care, open communication, and staff wellbeing.

- Lead the clinical operations of a large, well-established residential aged care home.

- Work within a supportive leadership structure, alongside an experienced Facility Manager and dedicated teams in Quality, HR, WHS, and Care.

- Enjoy genuine autonomy, team collaboration, and a strong focus on quality outcomes for residents.

- Attractive salary package on offer: $135,000 – $145,000 + Super and Salary packaging.

Summary

As Care Manager, you’ll lead and mentor a passionate team of Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, and Carers to deliver consistently high standards of care. You will play a vital role in fostering a positive, respectful team culture, ensuring clinical compliance, and championing resident dignity, choice, and wellbeing.

The Organisation

- Leading residential aged care and community provider.

- With a strong emphasis on genuine relationships with residents, families, and staff, they are committed to delivering personalised and compassionate care that reflects their values.

- Focus on creating supportive, inclusive environments for their healthcare teams.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the clinical and care teams.

- Oversee the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care.

- Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, AN-ACC, and organisational policies.

- Collaborate with residents, families, and health professionals to create and review individual care plans.

- Monitor clinical risk, conduct audits, and drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.

- Lead accreditation preparation and manage responses to incidents, feedback, and complaints.

- Oversee medication administration, infection control, and clinical documentation standards.

- Manage staffing levels, onboarding, training, and rostering to support efficient operations.

- Promote cultural safety, inclusion, and respect for diversity across the home.

Requirements

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Essential).

- Proven experience in a Care Manager or senior clinical leadership role within residential aged care.

- Strong working knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, AN-ACC funding, and compliance frameworks.

- Skilled in clinical assessment, care planning, documentation, and risk management.

- Demonstrated leadership capability with a focus on people development and change management.

- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

- Confident using electronic care systems and documentation platforms.

In Return

- Competitive salary package: $135,000 – $145,000 + Super + Salary Packaging.

- Opportunity to lead in a large, established aged care facility with robust support systems.

- Be part of a forward-thinking, person-centred organisation with strong values.

- Work in a community-focused regional city with lifestyle benefits and professional growth potential.

About Ballarat

Nestled at the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, Ballarat is Victoria’s third-largest city, rich in heritage, culture, and natural beauty. With excellent schools, healthcare, and local amenities, Ballarat offers a welcoming lifestyle for professionals and families alike—just over an hour from Melbourne.

To discuss further, contact Madi for a friendly, confidential chat. E4 are recruiting for various positions and are happy to help find the best option with you.

Madi Stambolis (Recruitment Consultant)
0483 931 593 | madeleine@e4recruitment.com.au

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