Residential Aged Care Manager

Henderson Healthcare; Wanneroo; On-site; AUD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Healthcare in Western Australia is seeking an experienced Aged Care Facility Manager to lead a residential site in Merriwa. You will oversee service delivery across high-care and dementia settings, drive governance, manage budgets, occupancy, rostering and care funding outcomes, and foster a culture of person‑centred care.

Essential requirements include a current National Police Clearance, Bankruptcy Check, vaccination compliance, WA C Class Driver's Licence, and a relevant health

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in aged care settings.
• Experience with budgeting, rostering and occupancy management.
• Strong understanding of Aged Care Standards and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all residential care operations and service delivery.
• Foster a culture of person‑centred care and continuous improvement.
• Lead, develop and support staff to achieve high performance.
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Standards, accreditation, legislation and policies.
• Partner with clinical teams to deliver high‑quality care planning and outcomes.
• Manage budgets, staffing, occupancy, rostering and care funding targets.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, staff and external stakeholders.
• Manage complaints, incidents and conflict resolution professionally.
• Maintain safe, compliant and well‑presented living environments.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training and workforce development.
• Support strategic growth through networking and community engagement.
• Ensure effective management of RADs and Prudential Standards compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Health qualification (AHPRA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

• Aged Care facility manager
• Up to $140,000 per year
• Site in Merriwa
• Clinical experience preferred

Position Objective

Lead and manage residential aged care services to deliver high-quality, person-centred care across high-care and dementia settings. Responsible for service delivery, team leadership, compliance with Aged Care Standards, financial performance, staffing, occupancy, care funding outcomes, and upholding values.

Essential Requirements

• Current National Police Clearance (updated every 3 years)
• Satisfactory Bankruptcy Check (on commencement and every 3 years)
• Compliance with vaccination requirements
• Relevant health qualification (AHPRA or equivalent) and/or significant aged care leadership experience
• WA C Class Driver's Licence

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all residential care operations and service delivery.
• Foster a culture of person-centred care, continuous improvement, and excellence.
• Lead, develop, and support staff to achieve high performance.
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Standards, accreditation requirements, legislation, and policies.
• Partner with clinical teams to deliver high-quality care planning and outcomes.
• Manage budgets, staffing, occupancy, rostering, and care funding targets.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, health providers, and external stakeholders.
• Manage complaints, incidents, and conflict resolution professionally and effectively.
• Maintain safe, compliant, and well-presented living environments.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and workforce development.
• Support strategic growth through networking and community engagement.
• Ensure effective management of RADs and compliance with Prudential Standards.
• Undertake other duties as required by RAAFA management.