Executive Director Aged Care

OverviewWestern District Health Service (WDHS) is a regional health provider offering acute inpatient services, residential aged care and primary and community health services across facilities in Hamilton, Coleraine, Penshurst and Merino.
WDHS is the region's largest employer and part of the Southwest Local Health Service Network, with a bold vision to create Australia's Healthiest Rural Community.The RoleWDHS is looking to appoint an Executive Director of Aged Care (EDAC) based at Hamilton Base Hospital in Hamilton, Victoria.
Reporting to the CEO, this newly created role provides strategic oversight of aged care services across residential sites, independent living units and community-based services.
The EDAC will participate in the South West Local Health Service Network and will ensure safe, high-quality, person-centred care while upholding compliance with aged care legislation.
The role will position WDHS for current reform changes and future needs in aged care.Key ResponsibilitiesAs part of the Executive Leadership Team, oversee a total FTE of approximately 160 and a budget of $21 million across 6 residential aged care facilities (174 beds), Transitional Care Program beds and a range of home-based aged care services under Support at Home, CHSP & HACC funding streams.Key focus areas include Leadership and Strategic Management; Clinical and Care Governance; Compliance and Accreditation; Financial and Resource Management; Workforce and Human Resource Management; Stakeholder and Community Engagement; Consumer-Centred Care and Resident Advocacy; Risk Management and Emergency Preparedness.Required Skills & ExperienceThis is a rare opportunity for a dynamic, values-driven leader with deep clinical insight, strategic acumen, and a passion for person-centred care to lead WDHS's Aged Care Services.
You'll bring executive-level experience, a strong grasp of aged care legislation and quality standards, and the ability to drive transformational change across complex, multidisciplinary teams.
If you're a Registered Nurse with a proven track record in clinical governance, operational excellence and stakeholder engagement, we'd love to hear from you.Additional RequirementsStrong operational and financial management acumen, ensuring efficient service delivery, optimised resource utilisation, and achievement of financial targets while maintaining high-quality careProven experience managing resources effectively and leading teams through complex change in alignment with Aged Care reformsQualifications as a Registered Nurse with current registration with AHPRAExecutive leadership experience in aged care, health, or human services with demonstrated ability to manage large, multidisciplinary teamsStrong knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, the Aged Care Act and contemporary aged care service delivery modelsProven ability to lead organisational change, service improvement, and compliance reformDemonstrated skills in financial and operational management, including budget development and reportingStrong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills, including community consultation and advocacyKnowledge of workforce development, industrial relations, and employee wellbeing strategies in complex care environmentsBenefitsVehicle includedFlexible working arrangements with additional leave purchase optionsExternal professional development funding support after 12 monthsInternal training and development opportunitiesSalary packaging optionsFree on-site car parkingDetailsSeniority level: ExecutiveEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: ManagementIndustries: Hospitals and Health CareNext StepsFor further details, please contact Zoe Allan at Miller Leith for a confidential discussion at or At WDHS, we value the unique backgrounds and contributions that our staff bring to the service.
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, people of all ages, those with disabilities, and culturally and linguistically diverse communities, to apply.
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