Care Manager - Aged Care in the Home Location: North Sydney Employment Type: Full-time, Contract (8 weeks) Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days work from home/remotely - 2 days in office) The Role: Medacs Healthcare are seeking an experienced Care Manager specialising in Home Care (Aged Care) for a full time contract based in North Sydney. This role involves coordinating home care services, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, while fostering a supportive and safe environment for clients and their families. Why Join Us? Flexible Work Arrangement: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home 3 days a week, allowing for a better work-life balance. Contract Position: This is an 8-week contract role, perfect for those looking for a short-term opportunity to make a significant impact. Be part of a pioneering team in an new team environment Supportive and collaborative work culture Professional development opportunities Key Responsibilities: Policy Interpretation: Provide insight and consult on an existing framework of policies and ability to establish new policies. Clinical Oversight: Oversee and ensure the safe assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of clinical care in accordance with individual care plans - assessments completed remotely via video link. Compliance and Quality Standards: Ensure all care services comply with the Aged Care Act 2024 and relevant regulations. Supervision and Training: Provide guidance and training to non-clinical care partners, relationship managers, support workers, and internal teams. Client and Family Engagement: Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients and their families. Budget Management: Assist in managing care budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of care plans, incident reports, and compliance audits. Continuous Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives. Quality Assurance and Auditing: Support ongoing audit and compliance of aged care services. Serious Incident Reporting Scheme (SIRS): Ensure compliance with SIRS and train the workforce to respond appropriately to serious incidents. Risk Management and Emergency Response: Develop and evaluate risk management and emergency response plans. Requirements: Over 3 years of experience in Home Aged Care management positions Current AHPRA Registration with no restrictions Bachelor of Nursing Degree Strong knowledge of AN-ACC and strengthening standards in Aged Care and policy interpretation Strong knowledge of home care packages Experience in leadership and training How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.
