Hostel Coordinator (Aged Care)
Job No:
66637
Location:
Balranald, NSW
- Chance to lead this care facility through an exciting time of growth!
- Excellent salary package circa $80,000 - $100,000, negotiable in line with experience!
- Make a lasting impact on the care for the regions elderly!
About the Balranald Shire Council the Region
The Shire of Balranald is home for nearly 2400 people living in 21,346 square kilometres of south-western NSW, approximately 900km from Sydney. It is the fifth largest Shire in NSW with two major townships, Balranald and Euston, on the banks of the Murrumbidgee and Murray Rivers respectively. The Balranald Shire is a dynamic vibrant rural community and the Council reflects the aspirations of its local community - a forward thinking, progressive Council which is focussed on improving the liveability of the Shire.
Located within the Riverina Region, the Shire is in the heart of some of Australia's most fertile agricultural land. With the beautiful Murray and Murrumbidgee Rivers, the World Heritage listed Mungo National Park, and an ever changing landscape, the region boasts spectacular scenery and a rich cultural heritage.
About the Opportunity
The Balranald Shire Council has a rewarding opportunity for a passionate, dedicated Hostel Manager (Aged Care) to join their team in Balranald, NSW.
Reporting to the Director of Corporate and Community Development, in this role you will responsible for managing and overseeing the delivery of care services to residents of the Bidgee Haven Retirement Hostel. Additionally, you will be responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of future facility expansions.
Your key responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:
- Supervising and monitoring staff and systems to ensure that standards of care are maintained and the care needs of residents are met;
- Ensuring staffing is maintained with the appropriate skills mix to meet operational needs;
- Ensuring all ACFI assessments are carried out by relevant staff;
- Delivering clinical and complex care and monitoring clinical care outcomes;
- Planning and implementation of a comprehensive program of activities and community functions for residents; and
- Developing and monitoring financial budgets, ensuring budget guidelines are met.
To be considered for this role, you will hold tertiary qualifications in nursing, and be currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse. You will be able to demonstrate extensive experience in, and knowledge of the Aged Care industry, including a sound understanding of the Aged Care Act and the ACFI. Additionally, you will be able to demonstrate your experience in working with people with dementia.
As an excellent communicator, with well developed interpersonal skills, you will be able to effectively lead and manage a small, multidisciplinary team. Your strong communication skills will also allow you to easily build rapport with residents, and interpret and convey complex ideas to a diverse range of people. You'll be able to demonstrate your experience in developing new policies and procedures, as well as developing and managing financial budgets.
Importantly, you will be committed to providing the best possible care to the residents, and will be flexible and adaptive in your approach to your work and your ability to react to changing care needs of residents. Ideally you will have qualifications in dementia care and a current driver's or bus licence, but these are not essential for this role.
About the Benefits
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a lasting impact on the care provided to the community. You will get to work collaboratively with the wider Balranald Shire Council as you work to deliver a holistic approach to aged care in the region.
In exchange for your hard work and dedication you will be rewarded with a highly attractive salary package circa $80,000 - $100,000 including super, negotiable in line with experience!
You will be joining a supportive team in a well established facility, and helping guide their future growth and expansion with plans to double the size of the Hostel in the next twelve months.
You will have access to free, on site parking, with a central location close to shops and cafes. The facility provides a comfortable, home-like environment for residents and staff.
Don't miss this amazing opportunity to lead a passionate team through an exciting time of growth and make a lasting impact on the care of the regions elderly - Apply now!