- Come & join one of WA's largest aged care providers
- NFP salary packing - $18,550
At Southern Cross Care WA we help people live extraordinary lives every day, connected to communities. As a provider delivering care, support and accommodation for West Australians in greatest need, our purpose is clear, and our passion is strong.
Southern Cross Care WA is a place where you can have an extraordinary impact, make an extraordinary difference, and be appreciated for extraordinary contributions.
We hope you will join us and become one of the people who make Southern Cross Care WA an extraordinary place to be.
About the role and where you will be working:
The Allied Health Manager plays a vital leadership role in delivering high-quality allied health and lifestyle services across our residential aged care homes.
This position is responsible for ensuring that the therapeutic and wellbeing needs of our residents are met through person-centred care, while also providing expert guidance on the selection of clinical equipment and furnishings to support optimal service delivery. We are seeking an AHPRA-registered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with strong leadership skills, a collaborative approach, and a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of older people.
In return, we offer a $6,500 annual car allowance, flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance, salary packaging benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a supportive, values-driven team.
This is a part time role working 60.8 hours a fortnight.
We'll also be asking you to:
- Oversees strategic development and deployment of initiatives to develop the allied health and lifestyle services within residential care, reflecting best practice.
- Work closely with the General Manager Operations to achieve the key responsibilities and expected outcomes for the position.
- Enhance the organisation's customer focus and its ability to deliver high quality service outcomes.
- Sound management of project and capital budgets.
- Secure and manage resources that maximise SCC WA's delivery of services and growth of the organisation.
About you:
Dedicated and experienced Allied Health professional with a passion for enhancing the well-being of residents in aged care. With a strong background in leading multidisciplinary teams, I specialize in delivering high-quality allied health and lifestyle services tailored to meet the diverse needs of residents.
Expertise extends to advising on the selection of clinical equipment and furniture to create safe, functional, and comfortable environments in residential aged care settings. Committed to driving excellence in care delivery, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals, and ensuring residents receive holistic, person-centered support that enhances their quality of life.
To be considered for this role, you'll need:
- Experienced and successful leader in allied health services.
- Dynamic, highly developed leadership skills with a collaborative and consultative style.
- Experienced leadership in successfully implementing organisational reform through effective stakeholder and change management
- Demonstrated abilities to manage risks, balance competing priorities and deliver within expected timeframes
- Demonstrated ability to support strategic and operational objectives by developing and implementing plans, policies and services
- Broad knowledge and passion for quality aged care services, or relevant industry, with a sound knowledge of the application of legislation, standards and programs.
Working with us:
At Southern Cross Care WA, we are committed to being an employer of choice. As well as providing a positive and supportive environment, we also offer the following benefits:
- Not-for-profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits.
- Corporate Health Insurance
- Free employee assistance program
- A diverse range of services which allows professional development and growth
- Annual leave starting at 4 weeks
- Carers/personal leave
- Service Awards for long standing employees
- Flexible working environment
How to apply:
To express your interest, please apply with an up-to-date resume, and a cover letter outlining your experience / suitability.
Kindly note, if your application progresses to an interview, we'll be asking for:
- National Police Clearance - current within 6 months
- Immunisation record (Flu)
About us:
Established over 50 years ago, Southern Cross Care WA is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation contributing to social, health and economic development in WA. We do this by enabling the delivery of integrated services in our community for the increasingly complex health, care and accommodation needs of our aging population and those living with mental illness.
Our dedicated and passionate team of around 900 employees and 130 volunteers, deliver care and services to over 3000 West Australians across our residential, retirement village, mental health, community housing and home care portfolio.
Our promise to our clients, residents and each other is to enable extraordinary because we;
Listen, Act, Do not give up, Work as one.
Southern Plus and Southern Cross Housing Ltd. are part of the Southern Cross Care WA Inc. Group.
Southern Cross Care WA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work.
For more information on the services, we provide visit: scrosswa.org.au
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