Description:
At Southern Cross Care (WA) we help people live extraordinary lives every day, connected to communities. As a provider delivering care, support and accommodation for West Australians in greatest need, our purpose is clear, and our passion is strong.
Southern Cross Care (WA) is a place where you can have an extraordinary impact, make an extraordinary difference, and be appreciated for extraordinary contributions.
We hope you will join us and become one of the people who make Southern Cross Care (WA) an extraordinary place to be.
About the role and where you will be working:
Germanus Kent House (Broome, WA) was built in 2008 and has all the features of a modern, state of the art facility. We can support up to 55 residents and are conveniently located close to the shops, chemist, bank, local medical centre & hospital.
You’ll be part of a dedicated and close-knit team that provides tailored care that can be adjusted to meet our clients’ changing needs.
As a valued team member, and leader, you’ll be drawing upon your clinical knowledge to ensure that our residents receive the best clinical care from nursing and care staff.
We’ll also be asking you to:-
- Support, coordinate and mentor a small team of nurses & health care workers.
- Provide clinical leadership, assess & develop capability of nursing staff.
- Coordinate & oversee admissions, and clinical documentation.
- Prepare budgets & support cost control initiatives.
- Participate in quality improvement programs. Review & update relevant policies / procedures.
- Consult with SCC WA clinical leads & external medical practitioners to ensure best outcomes for our clients.
To be considered for this role, you’ll need:
- Current AHPRA registration.
- Confidence to act in Facility Manager role as required.
- Proven track record in leading & driving quality clinical outcomes.
- The ability to maximise funding via AN-ACC
- Well-developed reporting & research skills.
- A recognised Infection Control qualification
Working with us:
At Southern Cross Care (WA), we are committed to being an employer of choice. As well as providing a positive and supportive environment, we also offer the following benefits:
- Not-for-profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits.
- Corporate Health Insurance with HBF
- Free employee assistance program
- A diverse range of services which allows professional development and growth
- Paid Parental Leave
- Annual leave starting at 4 weeks
- Carers/personal leave
- Service Awards for long standing employees
- Flexible working environment
How to apply:
To express your interest, please apply with an up-to-date resume, and a cover letter outlining your experience / suitability.
Kindly note, if your application progresses to an interview, we’ll be asking for:
- National Police Clearance - current within 6 months (or evidence of application)
- A completed pre-employment health questionnaire
- Qualifications
About us:
Established over 50 years ago, Southern Cross Care (WA) is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation contributing to social, health and economic development in WA. We do this by enabling the delivery of integrated services in our community for the increasingly complex health, care and accommodation needs of our aging population and those living with mental illness.
Our dedicated and passionate team of around 900 employees and 130 volunteers, deliver care and services to over 3000 West Australians across our residential, retirement village, mental health, community housing and home care portfolio.
Our promise to our clients, residents and each other is to enable extraordinary because we;
Listen, Act , Do not give up, Work as one.
Southern Plus and Southern Cross Housing Ltd. are part of the Southern Cross Care (WA) Inc. Group.
Southern Cross Care (WA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work.
For more information on the services, we provide visit: scrosswa.org.au
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Ayan Ismail on , quoting Ref No. 1159412.