Area Manager - Home Care

Are you experienced in leader and problem solver who thrives on tackling complex challenges? Are you looking for a role in a dynamic environment where you can make a real impact? If so, explore this exciting opportunity to lead with purpose.

About the role:
BaptistCare is one of Australia’s largest providers of home care and at the forefront of delivering exceptional services. We are seeking a highly skilled Area Manager to join our team, as we navigate significant change through home care reform, while maintaining the highest standards of service and care.

Based at our Wagga Wagga office, you will manage daily operations and assist the team in providing care and services that enhance customers' health and wellbeing, supporting their independence to stay at home. Your leadership will foster adherence to best practices and continuous improvement. Periodic visits to our Support Services office in Norwest, NSW are also required.

About you:  
The successful candidate will have: 

• Tertiary qualifications in management, health care or equivalent qualification 
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in community, disability or aged care management or related program 
• Comprehensive understanding of the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards
• Comprehensive knowledge of the legislative and regulatory requirements governing Home Services
• Ability to work with key financial performance indicators and deliver quality services within budget 
• Experience with managing and implementing continuous quality improvement systems and projects 
• Demonstrated ability or experience contributing to leadership of a large team in a customer-focused environment 
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills 
• Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare’s Christian identity and promote the organisation’s values through interactions at work 
• Current drivers’ licence 

About us:  
We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia.  Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre. 

The benefits of joining BaptistCare include access to salary packaging that may increase your take-home pay, novated leasing, rewards and recognition programs, wellbeing support programs, an employee referral program, and retail discounts.

BaptistCare has been recognised as an 'Inclusive Employer' by the Diversity Council of Australia for 2022-2023. Applications from people across our diverse community are welcome and encouraged.

If you have further questions regarding career opportunities, please email mytalent@baptistcare.org.au for a confidential discussion with one of our Talent Acquisition Partners.

Applicants are advised to apply promptly as applications may be reviewed before the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.

Successful candidates will undergo various background checks, including a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, reference checks, and, if applicable, a pre-employment medical.