Facility manager (hamlyn heights)

FACILITY MANAGER

Full time position located in Geelong.

We are seeking an experienced Facility Manager to lead our residential care team at mecwa_care_ Elstoft House, a 91-bed residential facility located in Geelong.

Your responsibilities will include the day‐to‐day operation of the facility, management and leadership of a multidisciplinary team focused on providing the highest quality care and lifestyle to our residents. The role is supported by Regional Support Managers and specialist teams in Quality, Learning and Development, HR and ACFI who all assist in championing a continuous improvement program while ensuring the efficient and effective use of all resources.

What you bring

• High level clinical skills and expertise, and experience in a residential aged care setting, including Infection Prevention and Control Lead (IPC Lead).
• Current and ongoing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse, willing to complete ACIPC (infection control).
• Proven management and leadership skills and ability to guide, motivate and mentor staff.
• Strong working knowledge of continuous improvement and familiarity with personal care and resident lifestyle requirements within the Aged Care Standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office suite and iCare.
• Highly developed prioritisation and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and attend to multiple tasks.
• Ability to fulfil (ongoing) the requirements of 'Key Personnel' as defined in the Aged Care Act.
• Proficient knowledge of Accreditation Standards and AN-ACC documentation requirements alongside sound financial management skill.

What we offer

• Salary Packaging and Meals Card - NFP benefits.
• Board Scholarships and Employee Awards.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing career development.

All successful applicants will need to have and/or undergo a successful Police Check.