Discover a career where care goes both ways
* Forbes, NSW | Permanent Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
* Hourly rate: $ $ Superannuation + Not for profit benefits
* Visa sponsorship available
* Make a meaningful difference in regional aged care.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Care Manager to join our leadership team at our 110-bed residential aged care home in Forbes. This is a permanent full-time, Monday to Friday role, offering the opportunity to work collaboratively in a well-supported leadership structure alongside the Residential Manager and two other Care Managers.
About The Role
As a Care Manager, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred clinical care to residents. You will provide clinical oversight, guidance, and support to nursing and care teams while contributing to strong clinical governance, compliance, and continuous improvement outcomes.
You will be an active member of the Home Leadership Team, working closely with the Residential Manager to drive quality care, resident experience, and staff engagement.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide clinical leadership and oversight to nursing and care staff to ensure safe, high-quality resident outcomes
* Support and oversee care planning, clinical assessments, and AN-ACC processes
* Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, accreditation, and clinical governance requirements
* Coach, mentor, and support Registered Nurses and care staff to build capability and confidence
* Work collaboratively with the Residential Manager and fellow Care Managers to support operational and clinical priorities
* Build strong relationships with residents, families, visiting health professionals, and internal stakeholders
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and quality audits
* Support incident management, risk mitigation, and clinical documentation standards
About You
You are a clinically strong and people-focused leader who enjoys working in a collaborative leadership environment. You bring sound judgement, emotional intelligence, and a genuine commitment to resident-centred care.
You Will Have
* Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
* Previous experience in a Care Manager, Clinical Nurse, or similar leadership role within residential aged care
* Strong knowledge of aged care legislation, quality standards, and clinical governance
* Experience with AN-ACC assessments and care planning
* Well-developed coaching, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary leadership team
* Strong computer literacy, including clinical systems and Microsoft Office
Why Join Us
* Permanent full-time role – Monday to Friday (no shift work)
* Supportive leadership structure with multiple Care Managers on site
* Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a regional community
* Access to learning, development, and career progression opportunities
* NFP salary packaging benefits
* Relocation and visa sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates
About Forbes
Forbes offers a welcoming regional lifestyle with a strong community feel, affordable living, and beautiful natural surroundings – ideal for those seeking balance while progressing their leadership career in aged care.
Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.
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