Aged Care Care Manager - Clinical Leader & Mentor

Opal Healthcare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Care Manager to join the Camberwell Mews Care Community leadership team. You will lead the clinical and care workforce to deliver safe, person-centred care aligned with the Aged Care Act 2024 and quality standards, balancing governance with day-to-day operations.

This hands-on leadership role partners with the General Manager and regional teams to drive high-performing, compliant teams and exceptional resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration (minimum 3 years).
• Experience leading clinical teams in residential aged care.
• Strong understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and AN-ACC.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical care delivery and ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory obligations.
• Oversee care planning, admissions reviews, and changes in resident condition.
• Monitor and analyze clinical indicators, incidents and risk trends.
• Apply evidence-based practice to improve outcomes.
• Build relationships with GPs, hospitals and allied health providers.
• Ensure adherence to Aged Care Act 2024 requirements and reporting obligations.
• Drive continuous improvement, audit readiness, and clinical excellence.
• Lead compliance with incident management and accreditation standards.
• Foster a values-led, high-performing culture.
• Oversee education, onboarding and competency development.

Job description

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Care Manager to join the Camberwell Mews Care Community leadership team. You will lead the clinical and care workforce to deliver safe, person-centred care aligned with the Aged Care Act 2024 and quality standards, balancing governance with day-to-day operations.

This hands-on leadership role partners with the General Manager and regional teams to drive high-performing, compliant teams and exceptional resident outcomes.