Facility Manager

Facility Manager

• Based in Young, NSW - Cherry capital of Australia

• Salary between $110-125K, plus super, plus salary packaging

• Up to $3K relocation assistance available for the right applicant

• Start ASAP

• Medium to large sized facility

"Come and lead a team who are passionate about empowering the older generation to live life to the full"

We are looking for an experienced Facility Manager who is looking for their next opportunity. If you are near Young, or looking to relocate to the country, then this is the opportunity for you.

This opportunity exists due to an internal promotion of a growing team.

You will be responsible for leading a team of Registered Nurses and Care Staff, AINs and Support Services with a medium to large facility.

Duties Include:

• Review all prospective new residents, including residents for respite care, prior to entry into care

• In partnership with the residents and the Clinical staff oversee the preparation and completion of personal care plans

• Act as an adviser in response to the complex nursing and care needs of all residents

• Identify clients who may have particular personal or family issues and refer to supportive and or relevant services

• Ensure relatives are kept informed (with the consent of the resident) about resident's health, incidents or otherwise and inform the "person responsible" of any serious deterioration in a resident's condition

• Practice continuous improvement activities to maintain a high standard of client care

• Monitor and review each resident's condition and progress, and ensure that documentation is regularly evaluated in accordance to the guidelines and accurately reflects ongoing care

• Oversee the provision of suitable nutritious, appetising and visually appealing meals served minimum wastage

• Liaise as required with Doctors, Paramedics, hospitals, health care professionals and other specialist service providers

• Ensure completed funding submissions accurately reflect the relevant care provided to each resident and that they are submitted in a timely manner

• Monitor the facility`s approved and financial position, operate within budgetary limitations and promote amongst staff responsible attitude towards financial management

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Recent experience managing a facility of a similar size - at least one year experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Aged Care/Degree in Nursing

• Possession of a current First Aid Certificate

• APHRA registered

• 5 years experience in caring for the aged or health related area

• Good sensitivity to and understanding of the aspirations and needs of the elderly

• Strong leadership and team building skills

• Good interpersonal and written communication skills

• Ability to play an active and positive role as part of the Care Team, providing quality care and support to residents

• Strong numeracy skills - reconciliations and statistics

• Rostering experience

• Great with technology - video calls etc

• Experience with Dementia

• Resilience

This is an autonomous role where you will have complete control over the way the facility is ran whilst meeting the objectives. You will also have the guidance and support that you need and this will enable you to empower the elderly to live their best life.

Please apply through the link today:

Mardi Steven

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