Care Manager | Residential Aged Care

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retail discounts

Novated leasing

Discounted health insurance

Professional development

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Work Initiatives is supporting the recruitment of a Care Manager (Clinical) for a large residential aged care home in Geelong. This permanent, full-time role offers a leadership pathway and a chance to shape clinical operations with strong support structures.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Clinical Care Manager or Deputy Director of Nursing with a proven track record in residential aged care, governance, and staff development.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 3 years' nursing leadership experience.
• Experience in Residential Aged Care.
• Strong knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Experience leading clinical teams and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing and care teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee clinical governance and risk management frameworks.
• Monitor resident outcomes and drive quality improvements.
• Support workforce planning and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure positive resident experiences.

Skills

Nursing leadership

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Stakeholder management

Quality governance

Education

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Job description

Care Manager (Clinical) | Residential Aged Care

Full time Permanent | Leadership Opportunity | Geelong

We're partnering with a highly respected aged care provider to recruit an experienced Care Manager for one of their large residential aged care homes.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Clinical Care Manager, Deputy Director of Nursing (DDON), Care Manager, Clinical Nurse Manager looking to step into a broader leadership position within a well-supported aged care environment.

About the Home

• Large residential aged care home
• Approximately 100-150+ residents
• Offering permanent residential care, dementia support, respite care, palliative care and complex clinical care services
• Supported by a multidisciplinary team including Registered Nurses, Personal Care Workers, Allied Health professionals, lifestyle teams and hospitality staff

Reporting Structure

As the Care Manager, you'll report directly to the:Residential Aged Care Manager (RACM) / Facility Manager and work closely GPs, Nursing, Allied Health team and Care staffs. You will be considered the second-in-charge of the home, playing a critical role in supporting both clinical operations and people leadership.

About the Role

This role combines clinical leadership, operational oversight, mentoring and quality management. You'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day clinical operations of the home while ensuring residents receive safe, effective and person-centred care. You'll lead from the front, support your nursing teams, drive quality outcomes, and contribute to the overall success of the home.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

• Provide leadership and support to nursing and care teams
• Ensure delivery of high-quality person-centred care
• Support clinical governance and risk management frameworks
• Monitor resident outcomes and identify opportunities for improvementOversee clinical documentation and care planning processes

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards
• Support accreditation and audit preparation activities
• Manage incidents, investigations and corrective actions
• Monitor quality indicators and clinical performance metrics
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Team Development

• Mentor and support Registered Nurses and Clinical Care Coordinators
• Assist with onboarding and clinical education initiatives
• Support performance management processes
• Foster a positive and engaged team culture

Operational Management

• Assist with workforce planning and resource allocation
• Oversee clinical supplies, stock and equipment requirements
• Contribute to budget management and financial performance
• Support occupancy and resident admission processes
• Partner with families to ensure positive resident experiences

About You

• Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a nursing leadership or management position
• Previous experience within Residential Aged Care
• Strong understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards
• Experience managing clinical teams and supporting staff development
• Proven ability to manage clinical risk, quality and compliance
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with care planning, assessments and clinical governance
• Financial and workforce management experience (highly regarded)

Benefits

• Market competitive salary circa $150K
• Career progression towards Facility Manager or Regional Leadership roles
• Join a large, well-supported aged care provider
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Retail discounts and employee benefits program
• Discounted health insurance options
• Novated leasing opportunities
• Professional development and leadership training
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Supportive leadership and operational teams