Job Description

Care Manager - Templestowe Grove Care Community

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At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don't succeed - people do.

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As one of Australia's largest aged care providers, with over 22,000 team members across 148 care communities, we offer genuine scale, career progression, and the opportunity to influence care outcomes at a national level.

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We are currently seeking a Care Manager to join our leadership team, working in close partnership with the General Manager and Regional Clinical & Operations Teams to deliver exceptional clinical care and lead high-performing teams.

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About the Role

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Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead the clinical and care workforce to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care aligned to the Aged Care Act 2024, Aged Care Quality Standards, and AN-ACC requirements.

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This is a hands-on leadership role, balancing clinical governance, workforce capability, and operational performance.

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Based at Templestowe Grove Care Community supporting 83 residents.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Lead clinical care delivery ensuring compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory obligations
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- Oversee care planning, admissions reviews, and changes in resident condition
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- Monitor and analyse clinical indicators, incidents and risk trends
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- Apply evidence-based practice to improve outcomes
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- Build relationships with GPs, hospitals and allied health providers
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- Ensure adherence to Aged Care Act 2024 requirements and reporting obligations
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- Drive continuous improvement, audit readiness, and clinical excellence
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- Lead compliance with incident management and accreditation standards
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- Foster a values-led, high-performing culture
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- Oversee education, onboarding and competency development
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About You

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- Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration (minimum 3 years)
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- Demonstrated experience leading clinical teams in residential aged care
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- An excellent understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and AN-ACC
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- Ability to lead change, manage risk, and improve outcomes
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- A visible, values-led leader who is a natural mentor with a passion for building high-performing teams
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Why Opal HealthCare?

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- Scale & Opportunity: National organisation with career pathways to move up and across into various opportunities that align to your growth.
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- Leadership Development: Access to multiple leadership programs, scholarship programs under the Opal HealthCare Academy https://shorturl.at/xRzMH
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- Impact: a tangible opportunity to influence excellence in clinical outcomes at scale
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- Support: Backed by experienced leaders, modern systems, and strong regional support.
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Join Us

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This is an chance to step into a key leadership role where your clinical expertise and leadership capability will directly influence resident outcomes and team success.

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📌 Care Manager - Templestowe Grove Care Community (Williamstown)
🏢 Opal HealthCare
📍 Williamstown