About the role

The Clinical Lead – Ready for Home will provide both clinical and managerial support across all aspects of the Ready for Home program supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-based care to older participants, while also building staff capability and strengthening clinical governance.

About you

You will be an experienced AHPRA registered nurse possessing extensive clinical experience in aged care, geriatrics or rehabilitation with a passion for providing clinical care to older participants along with demonstrated experience in the supervision of staff.

You will also demonstrate:

• Proven ability to make sound clinical and operational decisions in complex situations
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance, quality improvement and risk management practices
• Demonstrated cross-cultural experience and experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, supervise and build capability in staff teams

Why work with us?

Carpentaria employs evidence-based practice, with research driving continual innovation and growth. Staff have access to comprehensive training and skill development as well as regular upskilling opportunities and ongoing specialist disability training, including positive behaviour support, person-centred active support and risk management.

We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional net salary)
• 5 weeks annual leave per year + 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible work options
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
• Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sit-stand workstations with dual screens
• On-site café and free on-site parking at Harry’s Place
• Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

How to apply

The position description for the role can be viewed here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Clinical-Lead-RFH-August-2025.pdf

To apply, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you think you will be a great fit for our team via the apply button.

We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity and fairness and is safe, inclusive, and collaborative. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all abilities, the LGBTQ+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please note that a secondment opportunity may be available for the preferred candidate.

For further information about the role, please contact Claire Olssen, RFH Program Manager at [email protected] or phone: (08) 8920 9400.