Clinical Manager | Aged Care | Relocate to Busselton!
Calling all Perth-based Aged Care Clinical Managers - Relocate to Busselton!
Always dreamt of relocating to the beautiful south‐west? Passionate about making a difference and providing the highest quality of care? Looking for a relaxed lifestyle where you can live, work and play by the sea‐side?
Then Capecare will support your move!
About Us
Capecare is recognised as a leading provider of aged care and accommodation services for seniors across the Southwest region of Western Australia. Located in Busselton on the beautiful shores of Geographe Bay and a second location in the heart of Dunsborough, Capecare takes great pride in meeting the changing needs of today's ageing community by delivering an outstanding model of care for clients and families choosing their services. Find out more here: https://capecare.com.au/.
About the Role
Capecare is looking for a full-time Clinical Manager to oversee the delivery of high‐quality care to Capecare's residents while providing strong clinical leadership and guidance to the clinical and care team.
About You
You're a confident and compassionate clinical leader who knows how to balance exceptional resident care with strong team leadership. You bring calm to complexity, thrive in a fast‐paced aged care environment, and lead by example by coaching and empowering clinical and care teams to deliver safe, person‐centred care every day. With a collaborative mindset and a sharp eye for quality, compliance and continuous improvement, you're a trusted right‐hand to our Residential Care Manager and a steady presence for your team. You're values‐led, solution‐focused, and motivated by making a genuine difference to residents, families, and staff alike.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Provide a high level of clinical support and mentorship to the clinical and care teams to ensure the delivery of high‐quality care.
* As directed by the Residential Manager, support the staff performance management process, including staff counselling, probation and performance management reviews.
* Participate in the recruitment process for Registered and Enrolled Nurses and the Care team.
* Build and maintain positive relationships with residents and their representatives.
* Coordinate and chair the weekly multidisciplinary team meeting (MDT).
* Coordinate and chair the quarterly Medication Advisory Committee (MAC).
* As directed, manage any complaints and incidents, ensuring a robust incident management process is followed, including open disclosure.
* Oversee and ensure all documentation is accurate and completed promptly.
* Oversee all AN‐ACC reviews and drive reassessments.
* As directed by the Quality team, oversee the accurate completion of the monthly audits.
* Oversee the adherence to the wound management framework.
* Ensure regular fare/family conferences are occurring and provide support in instances of escalated family dynamics or concerns.
* Oversee all clinical risk, including SIRS and high risk/high prevalence, and escalating appropriately to the Residential Manager.
* Coordinate and oversee the admissions process.
* Participate in the ongoing review and development of policies, procedures and guidelines.
* Support the Residential Manager in the implementation of new and amended policies, procedures and practices.
* Monitor resident/family feedback and support the continuous improvement cycle.
* Consultation with medical practitioners, allied health and other health professionals to ensure positive care outcomes for residents.
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical leadership role.
* Demonstrated senior leadership with experience in aged care or a related field.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the Aged Care Act and Standards.
What's in it for you?
* Work by the coast in one of WA's most beautiful regions.
* A competitive remuneration package that includes not‐for‐profit salary packaging up to $18,550 (tax‐free) – increases your take‐home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay.
* A very family‐friendly and supportive organisation.
* The chance to make a meaningful difference across multiple services.
* Relocation allowance and housing support provided for the right candidate.
How to Apply?
Please submit your application with a cover letter and CV via SEEK outlining your experience and motivations for applying.
We are committed to employing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage applications.
If you would like to have a confidential chat about this unique opportunity or seek further information, please reach out to our Recruitment Coordinator, Rachel Ash on 9750 2000.
Please note screening and interviews may occur sooner, and Capecare reserves the right to close applications early. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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