Program Manager Acute Health

2 weeks ago

Mildura, Victoria, Australia Sunraysia Community Health Services Inc Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year
  • Full time, Ongoing
  • Attractive salary packaging
  • Culture that supports work-life balance.

Sunraysia Community Health Service (SCHS) is a dynamic organisation promoting health, wellbeing and independence in a social model of health. The organisation is a source of primary and preventive care for our community members who are at risk of poor health outcomes, and experience acute health disparities. SCHS understands the influence of the Social Determinants of Health upon health inequities experienced by community members and work with consumers and community members, to structure their care around the context in which they live and work.

About the Role:

Sunraysia Community Health Services (SCHS) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to lead and inspire teams across key service areas including:

  • Home Nursing
  • Palliative Care
  • Continence Service

This management position plays a critical role in ensuring the effective and efficient operation of our Home Nursing, Palliative Care and Continence services. The Manager's primary responsibilities are to oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure the client services are delivered at high standards while complying with relevant regulations and funding requirements.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Registered Nurse (Div 1) with current registration with AHPRA.
  • Minimum of 3- 5 years of clinical experience, preferably in a community or primary health care setting.
  • Previous leadership and management experience in a healthcare environment.
  • Strong understanding of community health principles, population health and primary care models.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of relevant health regulations, budgeting, resource allocation and operational planning.
  • Experience in middle management within a complex health environment, including HR, and performance targets.
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills, including experience with state and federal reporting.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jackie Reddick, General Manager Primary Care & Nursing via or

To apply: please forward your covering letter, CV, responses to Key Selection Criteria and contact details of three professional referees addressed to Manager Human Resources,

Applications close: 8:00am Monday September 22nd 2025. Interviews are expected to take place between September 23 and September 25.

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Compliance:

PLEASE NOTE: SCHS is committed to the application of the Child Safe Standards. All positions are subject to thorough credentialing and safety screening prior to commencing employment. This includes reference checks and National Police Check for all SCHS employees. Any prospective employee who has resided and worked overseas in the past 10 years for a continuous period of 12 months or more will be required to undergo an International Criminal History Check. Where applicable, employees may also be required to hold a current Working With Children check issued in the state of Victoria and have a current NDIS Clearance (NDIS Worker Screening Check).

For more information on the NDIS Worker Screening Check,  please click here.

Department of Health Guidelines for Immunisation of Health Care Workers require all staff to demonstrate immunity to specific preventable diseases. As part of the recruitment process, the preferred applicant is required to provide evidence of immunisation (and/or serology) to confirm they are protected from risk.

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