Care Manager

3 days ago

Abbotsford, Victoria, Australia Care Connect Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Posted: 29/09/2025

Closing Date: 28/10/2025

Job Type: 2. Permanent - Part Time

Location: Abbotsford

Job Category: Care Operations

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time (0.8 FTE) Care Manager to join our Care Finder team in Abbotsford.

About us

An industry-leading and dynamic support provider, Care Connect is proudly a not-for-profit organisation. We understand how important it is to remain independent at home. Our collaborative, authentic and talented team enhances people's quality of life each and every day. You can be part of it.

As the aged care landscape evolves, we remain steadfast in our mission to support our clients with compassion, quality care, and proactive leadership.

About the role

This is a part-time, maximum-term position until 30 June 2026 for an experienced and enthusiastic community care professional. You will provide independent, ongoing advice and guidance to clients across the Eastern Melbourne region.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering assertive outreach to identify, engage and build rapport with potential clients.
  • Building networks with local intermediaries to strengthen client access to services.
  • Taking a multi-dimensional approach to assessing client needs.
  • Supporting clients to access My Aged Care packages and other relevant community services.
  • Promoting Care Connect's service model and value proposition.
  • Providing customer service excellence to clients and their representatives.

About you

You are an engaging professional who values relationships and confidently delivers person-centred care plans. With a commitment to respect and confidentiality, you bring:

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and negotiation skills.
  • The ability to prioritise, delegate and organise tasks effectively.
  • Experience managing client budgets and knowledge of Home Care Packages, Aged Care Standards, and community service networks for older Australians and their carers.
  • Alignment with our values of Collaboration, Courage, Authenticity, Respect and Excellence (CARE).

What you'll bring

  • Previous Care Management experience in Aged Care.
  • Diploma or degree in Health/Allied Health, or 6+ years' relevant experience.
  • Strong communication, advocacy and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven time management, prioritisation and budget management ability.
  • Knowledge of upcoming Aged Care sector changes.
  • Current Australian driver's licence and reliable vehicle.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn client database systems.

To be considered you must have full Australian working rights, plus a current Police Check and Working With Children Check (we can arrange Police Checks for successful candidates). Our process also includes psychometric assessment.

What's in it for you?

  • Salary Packaging – maximise your take-home pay with not-for-profit benefits.
  • Flexibility – hybrid work options and supportive team culture.
  • Growth & Development – ongoing training and career pathways.
  • Wellbeing Support – Employee Assistance Program, discounted health insurance and wellness products.

Next steps

If this role sounds like you, click "Apply Now" today

For a copy of the Position Description or any queries, please contact our Talent Acquisition team

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