Facility Manager - Residential Aged Care
* Full time position l Safety beach (Mornington) Location | Aged Care Industry
* Not-For-Profit Generous Salary Packaging and Career Development Opportunities
* Supported by Specialist Teams
Love leading with heart? We’re on the lookout for an experienced Facility Manager to head up the amazing team at mecwacare Calwell Manor House our 45-bed home in Safety Beach.
As Facility Manager, you’ll lead the daily operations of our home, ensuring exceptional care, comfort, and lifestyle for our residents. Reporting to the General Manager of Residential Services, you’ll guide a passionate multidisciplinary team supported by experts in Quality, Learning and Development and P&C. Operate under AN-ACC funding guidelines to drive continuous improvement and make the best use of resources. Together, we create a vibrant, inclusive community where residents feel valued, engaged, and truly at home.
What you bring:
* Advanced clinical expertise and experience in residential aged care, including serving as an Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead.
* Current and ongoing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Previous experience as a Facility Manager.
* Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a residential aged care setting in a clinical management role.
* Proven ability to mentor and motivate staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, and a commitment to person centered care principles and continuous quality improvement.
* Proficient in IT, including the Microsoft Office suite and iCare
* Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with experience in managing teams, budgets, resources, and operational performance.
* Competency to continuously meet the requirements of 'Key Personnel ' as outlined in the Aged Care Act.
* Proficient knowledge of Accreditation Standards and AN-ACC documentation requirements alongside sound financial management skill.
* Excellent customer service focus and ability to operate autonomously, responding to needs in a timely and systematic manner.
* Current First Aid, CPR and WWCC certifications
* Comprehensive knowledge of continuous improvement practices and a solid understanding of personal care and resident lifestyle requirements within the Aged Care Standards.
Desirable:
* Postgraduate qualification in Aged Care, Health Services Management, or related field.
* Experience with Aged Care Quality Review and regulatory audits.
* Knowledge of dementia and palliative care.
* Strong project management skills.
What do we offer?
* Work Life Balance
* Not for profit Salary Packaging benefit up to $15,900 and Meals Card up to $2,700.
* Employee Assistance Program alongside awards and recognition
* Range of other benefits and discounts.
Why work for us? Be part of work that truly makes a meaningful difference.
mecwa care is a leading not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting Victorians for more than 65+ years. We are a values-based, care-driven organisation that provides residential, community and in-home nursing, care and support services for the elderly and people living with a disability. mecwacare supports more than 20,000 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria. We are a rapidly growing organisation with a diverse workforce of more than 4000 employees and 500 volunteers, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 100 languages.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
To apply: Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV along with responses to the application questions.
All successful candidates must be willing to undergo and pass a National Police Check and other relevant checks.