Care Manager

Recruit Personnel; Cessnock; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Personnel is seeking an experienced Care Manager to join a community-focused Home Care team on a 12-month contract, supporting older people living independently in their own homes. You will manage a client caseload, conduct assessments, develop care plans and coordinate services to sustain clients' independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

You will oversee client budgets, review service agreements, monitor service delivery and maintain accurate records to ensure care aligns with aged

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
• Ability to manage a client caseload and coordinate care.
• Understanding of aged care standards and program requirements.
• Experience managing client budgets and service agreements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client caseload within Home Care.
• Conduct assessments and develop care plans.
• Coordinate services to support independence and wellbeing.
• Oversee budgets, review service agreements and monitor service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Person-centred care

First Aid

NSW Driver's Licence

Education

Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Care Manager to join a community-focused organisation on a 12-month contract, providing support and services to older people living independently in their own homes.

Working within the Home Care team, you will manage a client caseload, conducting assessments, developing care plans and coordinating services to support clients' independence, wellbeing and quality of life. You will work closely with clients, their families, carers and external health professionals to ensure their changing needs are understood and appropriately supported.

You will also oversee client budgets, review service agreements, monitor service delivery and maintain accurate records, ensuring all care is delivered in line with relevant aged care standards and program requirements. This role will suit someone who is organised, approachable and confident managing competing priorities while building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

Essential Criteria:

• Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) or equivalent qualification.
• Approximately 3 years' experience in case management and client assessments within aged care and/or community services.
• Demonstrated experience in care planning, service coordination and client-directed support.
• Sound understanding of the Support at Home Program, Commonwealth Home Support Program and relevant Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Experience managing client budgets, service agreements and associated documentation.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a genuine commitment to person-centred care.
• Current First Aid Certificate and NSW driver's licence.

Additional Information

• 12-month contract opportunity
• Manage a client caseload within a supportive Home Care team
• Make a genuine difference to the lives of older people in the community