Career Opportunities

You’re seeking an aged care organisation that aligns with your commitment to enhancing the lives of others and making a meaningful impact every day. With extensive leadership experience in aged or healthcare settings, you appreciate the balance of autonomy and the support provided by effective systems and resources to help you reach your goals.

A top priority for you is to maintain a high standard of care and support for our residents while fostering a collaborative, cohesive team environment where you lead by example and take your team along on the journey. Your exceptional communication skills enable you to engage effectively with key stakeholders both within and outside the organisation.

You thrive in dynamic environments where each day brings new challenges, and you excel at managing multiple competing priorities. Although we are a not-for-profit organisation, we pride ourselves on being a close-knit family that treats our residents, their families, and our team members with the utmost passion, care, and respect.

We are hoping you will join our fantastic Whiddon family at Wingham, on a permanent full-time basis.

THE ESSENTIALS

As the Residential Services Manager, you will need to have a passion for people and a desire to make a real difference to the lives of Older Australians and individuals living with a disability, along with being committed to providing a high standard of customer service. In addition, we are looking for a candidate who also has:

• Current AHPRA Registered Nurse Registration.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a leadership position in aged or health care.
• Strong understanding of aged care regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Strong business acumen including financial management, analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot.
• An understanding of the principles of person-centred care and continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 THE OFFER

Whiddon offers the opportunity for employees to make positive and meaningful impact on residents and clients in their roles. With our resident focused approach to care employees are provided with the opportunity to develop strong relationships and friendships.

In addition to the opportunity to genuinely make a difference in your role, Whiddon offer a competitive package with all the elements that you would expect and more:

• Competitive salary including a motor vehicle (or allowance).
• Sign on bonus at 6 and 12 months.
• Relocation and accommodation assistance for you (and your family).
• Retail discounts with 350+ retail partners.
• Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay. Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your rate by approximately $2 per hour? (obtaining financial advice is recommended) This is how:
• Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
• Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
• Leave entitlements so you can rest, recuperate and take care of your loved ones!
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Up to 3 days paid community service leave each year
• Up to 4 days paid compassionate leave
• Recognition of completing your first six months with us, with a gift voucher!
• Whiddon Scholarships so you can study and advance your career. You can get financial support to cover your studies
• Learning, learning, learning. Leadership courses for all levels of leaders, education resources and more!
• Get recognised for your great work! On the spot recognition, Every Day Heroes, Annual Awards night and more.
• Employee Referral Program. Earn bonuses for inviting your friends to work
• Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support

YOUR APPLICATION

To apply for this position, please submit a copy of your resume addressing the above criteria. To find out more about this position and the benefits of a career at Whiddon then visit our website https://www.whiddon.com.au/careers/

 Please note, we are not currently seeking recruitment agency representation at this time; however, should we require assistance, we will reach out.