Why join us?

We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we're able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this. When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive rate of pay, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse with leadership skills to join Southern Cross Care NSW/ACT as Deputy Residential Manager also known as the Deputy Facility Manager position.

This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, 76 hours per fortnight at our beautiful facility in Ozanam, Garran ACT, 2605.

The successful candidate will be dedicated to providing direct care, support and guidance to residents in accordance with best practice. You will lead the care for the residents in a manner consistent with quality and respect whilst providing mentoring to the care team.

Your key responsibilities will be:

Provide a caring environment that enhances the security, welfare and wellbeing of residents through planning and directing the provision of a range of high quality personal and clinical care.

This position is required to contribute positively to team work to achieve operational outcomes and promote a positive SCC workplace culture in alignment with SCC Values, Mission and Vision.

This position is required to liaise and collaborate with all relevant stakeholders, both internal and external to ensure effective and efficient workflow.

This position is required to comply with and contribute to Work Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Degree in Nursing/Tertiary qualifications in Aged Care

Experience in a relieving leadership/supervisory role

Good interpersonal and written English communication skills

Ability to play an active and positive role as part of our Care Team, providing quality care and support to frail aged people

Sound understanding of relevant State and Commonwealth legislation as it applies to Aged Care Facilities (Desirable)

Sound understanding of, and ability to correctly apply, relevant principles of the Fair Work Act (Desirable)

What’s in it for you?

You will be joining a highly functional & experienced team

Competitive salary package

NFP salary sacrificing benefits + meal & entertainment allowance up to $15,900

Annual leave loading

Discounted private health insurance

Access to our Employees Assistance Program

An extra day’s annual leave paid at Christmas

Flexible start times

Maxxia Salary Packaging and Rewards, including discounts at major retailers, cinemas and restaurants

Heart HQ our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform that is packed with exclusive benefits and features designed to help you Celebrate, Connect and Succeed.

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

We are a not-for-profit organisation with a mission to empower older people to ‘live life to the full’. For the last 50 years our name has been trusted by the community to provide care and support for thousands of people in over 40 locations across NSW and the ACT.

We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence. We offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care as well as in-home care. At SCC, people are at the heart of everything we do. We support our employees to excel!

Join us at SCC NSW & ACT, where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with opportunities to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is unwavering, and we strive to ensure every employee feels valued and heard.

Your growth is our mission. Your wellbeing is our priority. Together, we can create a future that’s not only brighter for our clients and residents but also for every member of our team.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion and diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We are committed to a safe and respectful workplace.