Residential Manager
Job No:
JPR1841
Location:
Katanning
About Juniper:
At Juniper we are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest non-profit, local aged care providers, championing individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved. Right across the state, we are committed to exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.
About the Role:
Juniper Aged care has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse or Allied Health professional to take the next step in their career and lead our warm and welcoming team as a Residential Manager, located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia.
As our Residential Manager, you will manage both Juniper Bethshan, a cozy 26-room residential home that combines original 1920s charm with modern facilities, and Juniper Waratah Lodge, a 16-bed facility that offers a similar sense of community and belonging.
To thrive in this position, you will need to be a compassionate and confident leader with significant experience in the aged care sector and managing a large, diverse team. You should be adept at using technology, managing budgets, and communicating clearly, both in writing and verbally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring care provided is consistent with the approved model, tailored to individual residents’ needs.
- Maintaining compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Fostering effective relationships with residents and their representatives, seeking and acting on feedback.
- Lead, manage, and develop a motivated and productive team.
- Formulate, allocate, and monitor budgets in consultation with Corporate Services.
- Ensuring roster costs, income, and expenses are managed within budget.
- Identify necessary changes and manage transitions within areas of responsibility.
- Participate in risk assessment, hazard control activities, and fire safety programs.
Key Requirements:
- Hold a qualification in Business, Leadership, or Clinical fields, including current AHPRA registration if applicable.
- Working knowledge of the Quality Aged Care Standards.
- Leadership and people management experience with the ability to effect change.
- Experience in business and financial plan development, implementation, and evaluation.
- Proficiency in information management systems for reporting and decision-making.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Problem-solving skills and sound communication, both verbal and written.
- National Criminal History Check and statutory declaration relating to criminal convictions.
- Experienced in using Microsoft Office Programs and other business software.
- Satisfactorily pass all relevant Key Personnel checks including Bankruptcy and Police Clearance.
What's on Offer:
- Lead a team dedicated to delivering effective outcomes
- Supportive leadership team and great colleagues
- 5 weeks annual leave per year
- Not-for-profit tax saving benefits up to $18,550 p/a
- Ongoing professional development and support
How to Apply:
For further details about this position, please contact Zorica in Recruitment at 6119 5828. We encourage all qualified leaders with the relevant experience and qualities to apply. Please attach a cover letter (maximum of two pages) along with your resume.