Who we are:
We provide outstanding, customer-focused health, aged care and disability services to Australians in their own homes, and in the community via our 2 healthcare brands, Plena and Claro
Claro Aged Care and Disability Services – A leading provider of aged care and disability services across Australia. Our name ‘Claro’ comes from Latin and means ‘to brighten’ – and we’re here to enable you to shine. Whether you or a loved one are seeking support to stay independent at home, comprehensive care to meet personalised goals, or a new specialist disability home – we’ll work in partnership with you and make it happen.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Area Manager to join our team. Supported by the State Manager and the Area Manager will be responsible for the leadership of a team of staff who ensure the provision of high-quality direct care services for people with a disability and complex support needs to meet individual client needs.
The role will also include development, support and mentoring of other ASMs and CSMs and stakeholder engagement.
You will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Ensures clients receive high quality individualised services that enable them to successfully achieve Support Plan goals, take part in meaningful activities, engage in social relationships and enjoy quality of life
- Support, develop and mentor other ASMs and CSMs within the team
- Support development of Client-related documentation including care plans
- Ensure policies, procedures and legislative requirements are understood and followed
- Develop and maintain excellent internal and external relationships and monitor service metrics
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Experience working in the Australian aged care and disability sector
- Minimum Certificate III in Disability or Individual Support
- Qualifications in community services, frontline management or equivalent desirable
- Tertiary qualifications in business or management desirable
- Experience in providing quality personal support services to people with a disability
- Demonstrated experience and commitment to delivering continuous improvement and service excellence in community or health services
- Knowledge of the changing environment in the health sector, including funding, supplier market and emerging trends in service delivery.
- Experience in building strong relationships, including leading and developing teams in the delivery of high-quality person-centred services
Additional Requirements:
- Current National Police Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Evidence of current work rights in Australia
- Current VIC Drivers licence
What’s in it for you:
- Opportunity to work for the nation's largest health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision
- Friendly team environment with a great community care spirit
- Free annual flu vaccination
- Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
How to apply
To apply select the ‘apply’ button below and you will be redirected to our website to commence your application. If you have any questions, please contact Tino at ************@zenitas.com.au
Please note: Candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed prior to closing date, apply today!
“We are a 2022 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant”
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to supporting an inclusive & diverse workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of all ages, cultural identities, gender identities and expressions & LGBTIQA+ people.