Clinical Care Manager

Columbia Aged Care; Strathfield; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support app

Flare benefits access

Discount private health insurance

Job summary

Columbia Aged Care is seeking a Care Services Manager in Strathfield to oversee daily clinical operations, mentor nursing and care staff, and drive outcomes that meet national standards.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, quality governance, and effective funding processes while partnering with leadership to elevate care. A strong focus on resident-centred plans and staff development is expected.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• At least 5 years of post-graduate nursing experience.
• Minimum 2 years in a senior management role within aged care.
• National Police Check and Australian working rights.
• Tertiary studies in clinical management or health administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shape day-to-day clinical operations for the Strathfield facility.
• Mentor clinical teams and drive resident health outcomes.
• Lead compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and funding processes.
• Analyze data to improve safety, medication management and risk.
• Liaise with residents and families to tailor personalised care plans.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory compliance

Clinical governance

Education

AHPRA Nursing Registration

Clinical management/health administration certification

Job description

About The Role

Our residents' wellbeing sit at the heart of everything we do. As our Care Services Manager, you will shape the day-to-day clinical operations of our Strathfield facility, fostering an environment where both staff and residents thrive. You will work closely with leadership to elevate care standards, mentor clinical teams, and drive meaningful health outcomes every single day.

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Drive clinical care excellence: Direct and optimize daily personal and clinical care programs to ensure outstanding resident outcomes in line with national standards.
• Lead and empower care teams: Supervise, coach, and support Registered Nurses, care staff, and allied health professionals to foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Master regulatory & funding compliance: Champion Aged Care Quality Standards, oversee AN-ACC/funding processes, and maintain continuous accreditation readiness.
• Champion continuous improvement: Analyze clinical data and incident trends to implement proactive safety, medication management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Advocate for residents & families: Act as a key liaison for families and residents, guaranteeing personalized care plans that respect individual rights and choices.

What You Bring

• Current and unrestricted registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• A minimum of 5 years of post-graduate nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a senior management role within aged care.
• Valid National Police Check and full Australian working rights.
• Tertiary studies or certifications in clinical management, health administration, or clinical leadership is highly preferred.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards Accreditation quality, compliance and clinical governance.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing clinical teams, with a focus on performance development and accountability.
• Proven ability to implement Work Health & Safety (WHS) and evaluate quality management systems and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with a resident-first approach to care.

What's in It for You

• Leadership Impact: Direct exposure to facility leadership with real autonomy to shape clinical operations and care standards.
• Professional Growth: Access structured staff development opportunities, continuous learning, and career advancement.
• Wellbeing Support: Free 24/7 confidential personal safety, medical and mental health support, all through one app
• Everyday Benefits: Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia’s most-loved brands, at over 9,000 locations nationwide through Flare benefits.
• Employee Benefits:access to discounted private health insurance and banking products

Desired Skills and Experience

Columbia is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.