Care Manager

Respect Aged Care; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Training & development

Onsite leadership

Friendly workplace

Long-term aged care career

Job summary

Respect Aged Care is seeking a capable Care Manager for our Morwell, VIC facility. This full‑time, onsite leadership role focuses on delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care with clinical oversight and staff guidance.

You will lead care teams, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with policies, standards and legislation to support residents and their families. AHPRA‑registered nurses with aged care experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing (RN) or Nursing Diploma for Victorian hostels.
• Current AHPRA registration; minimum 3 years in residential aged care.
• Strong knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, Act principles, documentation, residents' rights.
• Well-developed clinical knowledge aligned with contemporary nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to residents and their representatives.
• Mentor, support, and guide staff, promoting excellence in clinical care and team capability development.
• Ensure duty of care is upheld by adhering to policies, codes of conduct, ethics, and legislative requirements.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on clinical practices, aligned with best practice standards and governance.
• Participate in quality systems including audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee care planning with residents, families and clinical teams, ensuring individualized care delivery.
• Support staff development through training, performance reviews, mentoring, and education initiatives.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal teams, external providers and community stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Clinical governance

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor Degree in Nursing (RN)

Nursing Diploma (EN)

Job description

About Us

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress, and purpose
• Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day
• Opportunities to grow your career
• Save tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2650 for meals out and holiday accommodation!

About the Role

Mitchell House is located in Morwell, Victoria. The home is surrounded by an attractive gardens, with modern facilities for the residents.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Care Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care within our aged care facility. This is a full-time, onsite leadership role where your clinical expertise and guidance will directly shape the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents.

In this role, you’ll work closely with residents, families, and care teams to ensure care is safe, responsive, and tailored to individual needs. You’ll be a trusted leader on the floor—supporting staff, guiding best practice, and ensuring clinical standards are consistently met.

This is an opportunity to step into a role where your leadership makes a visible and meaningful impact every day. You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven environment that prioritises dignity, respect, and quality care for every resident.

We’re looking for someone who leads with confidence and empathy, communicates effectively, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. If you’re passionate about aged care and committed to delivering excellence, this role offers the chance to make a real difference.

Join us and help create a home where residents feel safe, supported, and valued every day.

No two days are the same!

As Care Manager you will:

• Lead and contribute to a collaborative team environment to ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered to residents and their representatives.
• Mentor, support, and guide staff, promoting excellence in clinical care, lifestyle services, and team capability development.
• Ensure duty of care is upheld by adhering to organisational policies, professional codes of conduct, ethical standards, and legislative requirements.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on clinical practices, ensuring alignment with best practice standards, governance frameworks, and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality systems including audits, reviews, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance care outcomes.
• Oversee care planning processes in collaboration with residents, families, and clinical teams, ensuring responsive and individualised care delivery.
• Contribute to staff development through training, performance reviews, mentoring, and support of education and capability-building initiatives.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal teams, external providers, and community stakeholders while remaining responsive to operational needs, including after-hours availability when required.

About You

You’ll thrive with us if you have:

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing (Registered Nurse) for aged care facilities, or Nursing Diploma (Enrolled Nurse) for Victorian-based hostels.
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Minimum 3 years’ experience in residential aged care.
• Strong working knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, Aged Care Act principles, documentation standards, residents’ rights, and relevant funding instruments and legislation.
• Well-developed clinical knowledge and skills aligned with contemporary nursing practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Current National Police Certificate (or willingness/ability to obtain).
• Previous experience in nursing leadership and/or involvement in accreditation processes (desirable).

Perks & Benefits

• As a not-for-profit you can reduce your tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries. Take advantage of a further $2,650 to pay for meals out or holiday accommodation
• Training and development pathways
• Supportive leaders who are onsite
• A friendly, down-to-earth workplace
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care