Location: Working from Home
Start Date: 18th August 2025 (negotiable)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract for 3 months (Potential to extend)
Working Hours: 38 hours a week
Your new company
An established regional organisation is seeking a skilled and passionate Community Care Zone Manager to lead aged care and disability services across remote communities. This leadership role oversees workforce planning, service delivery, compliance, and strategic development across programs including CHSP, HCP, NATSIFAC, NDIS, and IEI.
Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the successful candidate will drive operational excellence, build high-performing teams, and ensure culturally safe, client-centred care aligned with regional strategic plans and legislative requirements.
Your new role
* Lead and manage aged care and disability programs across the South Zone
* Provide strategic advice to senior leadership and governance bodies
* Develop and implement operational plans and continuous improvement initiatives
* Oversee compliance, audits, financial reporting, and Medicare/DEX claims
* Build strong relationships with clients, families, health professionals, and stakeholders
* Manage rosters, timesheets, service agreements, and client records using Etools
* Promote culturally appropriate service delivery and workforce development
* Support WHS, equal opportunity, and diversity principles across all operations
What you'll need to succeed
* Tertiary qualifications in Aged Care, Disability, Finance, or Management
* Extensive leadership experience in aged care and/or disability services
* Strong understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and NDIS Practice Standards
* Proven ability to meet compliance and accreditation requirements
* Excellent communication, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement skills
* Experience working with Indigenous communities and cultural sensitivity
* Strategic thinking, financial acumen, and team development expertise
Licences/ Requirements
* Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
* Criminal History Check (within 3 months - or willingness to obtain)
* Ochre Card and NDIS Worker Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, email your latest CV to Tamara.Monzon-Yates@hays.com.au or call 08 8943 6004.
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