Clinical Lead

• Permanent full-time position based on Bidjigal Country in Hurstville
• Lead clinical transformation and growth shaping the future of our services
• Work within a supportive and values driven team environment

Our Organisation

The Benevolent Society's vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. We are an independent, non-religious service provider, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people and their families; older people; carers and those at the margins of society.

We are strongly committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the role

As our Clinical Services Manager, you'll lead the clinical transformation across aged care services and key programs, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care. You'll take a hands-on and strategic approach, influencing governance, driving business growth, and uplifting clinical capability through effective leadership.

This leadership role reports to the Director of Operations and involves engagement with Board sub-committees, giving you influence over clinical governance and strategic decision-making.

Duties

• Lead and oversee clinical governance, compliance, and risk management across aged care services.
• Provide hands-on clinical leadership and mentoring, including review and approval of care plans, medication management, wound care protocols, infection control, and allied health interventions.
• Monitor and evaluate clients' health outcomes and respond proactively to clinical risks and concerns.
• Implement & evaluate the Ageing Well Model of Care and Clinical Governance Framework across Benevolent Aged Care Services.
• Contribute to strategic planning, tender preparation, and expansion into new service streams.

Our Benefits

We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A 'best life' is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:

• Salary Benefits - You can package up to $18,550 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay
• Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including hybrid home/office options, and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
• Recognition and Reward - Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
• Professional Development - We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
• Our Reconciliation Commitment – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups, the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.

Skills and Requirements

• Current Australian Health Professional Registration Authority (AHPRA) registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 5 years' leadership experience in the aged care sector.
• A commercial mindset, with the ability to drive operational efficiencies and align team objectives with strategic business goals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of person-centred care models.
• Exceptional leadership, influencing, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to guide teams through change and inspire high performance.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and best practice.
• Highly experienced in Aged Care Services with deep knowledge of clinical governance.
• Strong time management skills including managing multiple deadlines.
• Current driver's licence

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Interested? Apply online today

Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role.

Have a question? Contact Saiesha Moodley on for a confidential discussion.

The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. To ensure you are best supported with your application if you have any specific needs requiring a reasonable adjustment, let us know what accommodations you require.