Care Manager

Opal Healthcare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Opal HealthCare in Sydney's northwest invites a Care Manager to join the leadership team. You will partner with the General Manager and Regional teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care across our Epping Grand Care Community and network of communities.

This hands-on role balances governance, workforce capability, and performance, ensuring compliance with Aged Care Act 2024, Quality Standards, and AN-ACC.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration and at least 3 years' experience.
• Experience leading clinical teams in residential aged care.
• Solid understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and AN-ACC.
• Proven ability to lead change, manage risk, and drive outcomes.
• Mentor with a values-led leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical care delivery ensuring compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory obligations.
• Oversee care planning, admissions reviews, and changes in resident condition.
• Monitor and analyse 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.

Skills

Nursing leadership

AHPRA registration

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don't succeed - people do.

As one of Australia's largest aged care providers, with over 22,000 team members across 146 care communities, we offer genuine scale, career progression, and the opportunity to influence care outcomes at a national level.

We are currently seeking a Care Manager to join our leadership team, working in close partnership with the General Manager and Regional Clinical & Operations Teams to deliver exceptional clinical care and lead high-performing teams.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead the clinical and care workforce to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care aligned to the Aged Care Act 2024, Aged Care Quality Standards, and AN-ACC requirements.

This is a hands-on leadership role, balancing clinical governance, workforce capability, and operational performance.

With scenic views across Sydney's vibrant northwest, Epping Grand Care Community offers a refined and connected lifestyle in the heart of Epping. Surrounded by leafy streets, cafes, parks, and local amenities, our Care Community blends contemporary urban living with the warmth of genuine connection. Set within a unique precinct alongside a heritage-listed church and a newly redeveloped school, it's a place where generations come together and each day brings a sense of belonging, purpose, and joy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead clinical care delivery ensuring compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory obligations
• Oversee care planning, admissions reviews, and changes in resident condition
• Monitor and analyse 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

About You

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration (minimum 3 years)
• Demonstrated experience leading clinical teams in residential aged care
• An excellent understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and AN-ACC
• Ability to lead change, manage risk, and improve outcomesA visible, values-led leader who is a natural mentor with a passion for building high-performing teams

Why Opal HealthCare?

• Scale & Opportunity: National organisation with career pathways to move up and across into various opportunities that align to your growth.
• Leadership Development: Access to multiple leadership programs, scholarship programs under the Opal HealthCare Academy https://shorturl.at/xRzMH
• Impact: a tangible opportunity to influence excellence in clinical outcomes at scale
• Support: Backed by experienced leaders, modern systems, and strong regional support.

Join Us

This is an opportunity to step into a key leadership role where your clinical expertise and leadership capability will directly influence resident outcomes and team success.