Governance Manager (Clinical Aged Care)
Job No:
113692
Location:
Bega, NSW
- Rare opportunity for an experienced Governance Manager (Clinical Aged Care) to step up into this newly created role
- Well-established, community-owned NFP in picturesque location
- Competitive base salary plus salary packaging and other benefits!
About the Organisation
Sapphire Coast Community Aged Care Group (SCCAC) is a community based not-for-profit organisation offering retirement village, home care and residential care services. SCCAC is committed to the community they serve and celebrates 40 years of service managed by a board of local community members.
Responsible for the operation of several registered charities, the organisation is dedicated to providing quality care and lifestyle choices to their community of in-home, retirement, and residential customers. Their services are informed by their commitment to CARE: Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful, Empowered.
About the Opportunity
Due to ongoing growth in the aged care industry, Sapphire Coast Community Aged Care Group now has an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced and hands-on Governance Manager (Clinical Aged Care) to join their team in Bega, NSW, on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will be responsible for leading and developing governance standards and initiatives, in order to establish a unified best practice approach across SCCAC's range of services. You will be overseeing their service delivery methods and working with the training and quality teams to deliver high quality outcomes that align with industry standards and accreditations.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Working closely with managers to ensure the highest standard of service delivery and outcomes within budget, complying with relevant legislation and care standards;
- Offering support and advice to managers and care managers regarding clinical care and people management;
- Managing human resources to meet the service needs of the organisation;
- Establishing and maintaining organisational policy and procedures; and
- Supporting the ACFI teams to maximise claims to meet the service needs of the organisation.
About You
Sapphire Coast Community Aged Care Group is looking for someone with demonstrated skills and passion in leading and developing a service delivery team.
You will be an AHPRA qualified registered nurse with no conditions, and have significant experience and knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards. You will also be familiar with any changes in the aged care industry, including findings from the recent Royal Commission and contemporary best practice.
Thorough knowledge of ACFI planning assessment and validation processes, HR principles, quality improvement, accreditation and WHS legislation is essential for your success. Additionally, you'll have strong analytical skills, the ability to manage KPIs and meet strategic objectives, and be competent in the use of data and information management systems.
The successful candidate will have proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members on a daily basis. As a senior leader within the organisation, it's important you possess a high level of interpersonal, conflict management and negotiation skills.
Most importantly, you'll have a passion for delivering quality care through best practice and quality improvement, while maintaining an empathetic approach.
Although not essential, a current Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment, and/or postgraduate qualifications in Management, Aged Care Management, Health Management or Gerontology, would be highly regarded.
About the Benefits
This is a rewarding opportunity that will allow you to take the next step in your career while overseeing a well-established organisation during a period of growth.
Upon joining the friendly and down-to-earth team at Sapphire Coast Community Aged Care Group, you'll benefit from significant opportunities for education and personal development.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you'll receive an attractive remuneration package, including a competitive base salary, extensive salary packaging, a mobile phone and iPad! SCCAC is also offering relocation assistance, negotiable for the right candidate, and support in finding accomodation in the area according to your wants and needs. You can take advantage of the option for a company/personal vehicle, plus fuel card.
Sapphire Coast Community Aged Care Group encourages both career development and personal development, and will ensure you have opportunities to grow in both areas. With extremely low staff turnover, you'll enjoy great job security in an organisation where staff genuinely enjoy coming into work every day.
About Bega Valley
Bega Valley is located on the far south coastline of New South Wales, on the Princes Highway. Also known as the Sapphire Coast, Bega Valley is nestled between the Bega and Brogo Rivers, with the forested Brogo Ranges west of the river, and the river flats stretch eastwards to the sea. It's within 20 minutes to 1 and a half hours' drive from the quiet coastal inlets of Bermagui, Tathra, Tuross, and Twofold Bay, and about 2 and a half hours' drive from the nation's capital, and the snowfields of Thredbo and Perisher.
Bega Valley has established itself as not only the perfect location for a sea-change, but a leader in the Australian dairy industry.
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