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BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation's most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.
About BaptistCare Kularoo Centre, Forster Set in the picturesque seaside town of Forster, Kularoo Centre is a well-established and valuable part of the local community. Located just around the corner to the nearby shops and amenities, you will enjoy the best of convenience and nature.
Designed in a country homestead style, the well-loved centre provides 160 beds catering for all levels of care, including respite, Ageing in Place, dementia, and palliative care.
About the role Your Role – Residential Manager As the Residential Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing the daily operations of our Residential Aged Care Home, ensuring the highest level of care and services for our residents. You'll lead a team dedicated to improving the lives of those we care for, ensuring all operational and governance requirements are met, and fostering a resident-focused, positive work environment.
Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management: Lead and support a team to provide exceptional care, foster staff development, and ensure workforce planning and management aligns with operational needs. Financial Oversight: Collaborate with the Regional Operations Manager (ROM) to develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring effective expenditure management while maintaining quality care standards. Quality Assurance: Ensure that the facility meets all accreditation, safety, and quality standards, and that the home's physical environment and clinical practices comply with legislative and best practice standards. Service Excellence: Maximize operational efficiencies while delivering high-quality resident care, exceeding customer expectations, and managing stakeholder relationships effectively. Compliance & Governance: Ensure all regulatory requirements are met, including Aged Care Quality Standards, Work Health & Safety policies, and other relevant legislative frameworks. Continuous Improvement: Lead and implement improvement initiatives, from managing risk and change to optimizing processes and staff performance, while ensuring a safe and supportive work environment. Key Requirements: Essential Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 5 years' clinical experience, including senior operational management in aged care or health services Proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams in residential aged care (60-100+ beds) Strong experience in financial management, including budget development, implementation, and risk management Core Competencies: High-level analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building abilities Thorough understanding of Aged Care Funding Instrument and Australian Government Aged Care Subsidies Ability to lead within the governance framework and drive change in a challenging environment Willingness to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check or provide current NDIS Worker screening clearance
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.
Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks including police background check via our online police check system.
As a leading not-for-profit Christian-based organisation, BaptistCare is committed to 'Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ' through compassionate care and support, guided by our core values of love, respect, reliability, and empowerment.
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Social & Welfare Services 1,001-5,000 employees
We are proud of our facilities, our grounds and our activities - but most of all, we are proud of our community. This is what makes BaptistCare special. We are a community of people who respect one another's individuality, and who value the support and friendship that comes from an improved quality of life.
We are passionate about life transforming care. This is because we practise it every day, in countless ways. At BaptistCare we encourage independence whilst strongly valuing the connections we share within our community. This is the BaptistCare difference. Together, we provide care you can trust.
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