• Full time position based at VMCH - Ashwood
• Great culture with a fun, friendly and supportive team
• Generous Not for Profit Salary Packaging Benefits

About the role

Our Care Managers provide clinical leadership in all aspects of operations at VMCH Aged Care, ensuring our residents receive the highest quality person centred care.  Essential for success in this role is self-motivation, a high level of organisation and time management skills with an exceptional attitude regarding teamwork, including the willingness to pitch in and go the extra mile as required!

This role is Monday to Friday, with working hours from 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Manage the day-to-day clinical operations
• Coordinate and manage nursing staff, carers, residents, families, support staff, and relevant community care teams
• Develop and facilitate effective teams through leadership, team goals, role-modelling and clear communication
• Ensure the provision of high levels of clinical care to support resident’s physical, psychological, spiritual, and social wellbeing
• Advocate for individuals/groups within organisational and management structure

About you

• Registered Nurse with current and valid AHPRA registration.
• Proven clinical expertise supported by recent hands-on nursing experience.
• Over two years of leadership experience as a Care Manager in a large Aged Care facility.
• Committed to coaching, leading, and supporting staff to deliver excellence in clinical care.
• Strong understanding of residential Aged Care standards and legislative compliance requirements.
• Exceptional communication skills—both verbal and written—with a patient and empathetic approach.

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work!  In addition, VMCH will provide you with:

• A rewarding and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay
• Employee assistance program including employee, manager, career, conflict, nutrition and lifestyle, money, family, and legal assistance
• Discounted private health insurance, school holiday programs, and car hire
• The opportunity to open a high-interest savings account with our banking partner
• We value diversity, champion inclusion, and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and with all abilities, to consider joining our vibrant community.

About us

Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, Hospitality, love, Joy, and Courage aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, NDIS Check, an Australian Criminal History Check, you may also be required to supply an International Police Check. 

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails, and phone calls from recruitment agencies.