Acting Clinical Care Manager- Mount Martha Valley

Royal Freemasons; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,990 per yr,

Novated leasing

Meals & Entertainment card up to $2,,

Job summary

Royal Freemasons is seeking an experienced Clinical Care Manager to lead clinical operations at Mount Martha Valley Residential Aged Care. The role is a full-time, 6-month fixed-term maternity leave contract, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm, Mount Martha Valley.

You will oversee day-to-day clinical operations, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement to ensure safe, high-quality care that meets regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Leadership experience within residential aged care and team development.
• Strong knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, AN-ACC funding, care planning, documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day clinical operations of the home.
• Ensure compliance with aged care standards and legislation.
• Conduct care plan consultations for new admissions.
• Mentor staff and lead continuous improvement.
• Manage annual clinical competencies and training.
• Support residents with complex, palliative, and acute care needs.
• Oversee assessments and care plan development.
• Maintain WHS/OHS compliance and accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to staff.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

AHPRA registration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clinical documentation systems

Job description

Acting Clinical Care Manager- Mount Martha Valley

Royal Freemasons is seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Care Manager to join our welcoming team at Mount Martha Valley Residential Aged Care on a full-time, 6-month fixed-term maternity leave contract, working Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm.

In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee the day-to-day clinical operations of the home, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality care that meets regulatory and accreditation standards.

Working closely with residents, families, and a multidisciplinary team, you will provide clinical leadership, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement across all aspects of care delivery.

This position is ideal for an experienced aged care leader looking to make a meaningful impact while supporting our team during a parental leave period.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage site operations in the absence of the Facility Manager
• Ensure compliance with aged care legislation, standards, and guidelines
• Conduct care plan consultations for new admissions
• Review resident progress notes and work logs daily
• Oversee annual clinical competencies and mandatory training
• Monitor AN-ACC documentation and funding opportunities
• Support residents with complex, palliative, and acute care needs
• Oversee assessments and care plan development
• Maintain WHS/OH&S compliance
• Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Provide clinical leadership and support to staff

Qualifications & Experience

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Demonstrated leadership experience within residential aged care, with the ability to lead, mentor and develop clinical teams
• Strong knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, AN-ACC funding, care planning, clinical assessments, documentation and compliance requirements
• Proven experience managing clinical operations, accreditation, incident management, infection control and quality improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and clinical documentation systems
• Sound understanding of WHS/OH&S, risk management and infection prevention practices

Why Work for Royal Freemasons?

• Salary packaging up to $15,990 annually, plus novated leasing
• Optional Meals & Entertainment card up to $2,650
• Consistent fortnightly roster — no rotating shifts
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive, collaborative, and residentfocused workplace culture

Other Requirements

• Valid Police Clearance and/or NDIS Worker Screening
• Covid19 vaccination (three doses) and annual Flu Vaccine encouraged

Become part of a compassionate, professional team making a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians.