Cottage Manager - Overnight Respite

HammondCare

Dubbo, Dubbo & Central NSW

Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)

Full time

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Lead a passionate and dedicated team of Carers to deliver HammondCare's model of care with its Respite Cottage service in Dubbo.

Full-time position, in our Respite Cottage in Dubbo. You will be responsible for the management and direct care of clients' individual needs and a team of approx 15 carers. Our Cottage operate Mon-Sunday 24 hours but you will work Monday - Friday day shifts only.

Cottage Manager - What's involved in the role?

Responsible for leading a passionate and dedicated team of staff to deliver HammondCare's model of care with its Overnight Respite Cottage service in Dubbo.

The role of Respite Cottage Manager works with the Head of Clubs and Cottages to recruit, mentor and lead staff, manage budgets, ensure quality and oversee all technical aspects of care provision at the Respite Cottage.

Responsible for the management and direct care of clients' needs, you will provide professional, capable and aligned leadership for your team in order to deliver individualised care to our clients

You and your team will make a significant difference in improving the quality of life for those we care for and their carers.

What do you need to apply?

Certificate IV in Aged Care & a minimum of 2 years relevant industry experience.

Whilst clinical registration is preferred, it is not essential as we are able to support a successful non-clinical applicant with internal clinical resources

Demonstrated ability to build supportive, professional relationships with clients within a relationship-based model of care;

Knowledge of the Commonwealth Home Support Program Manual, Home Care Packages Program Guidelines, Home Care Common Standards and HammondAtHome Care Worker Enterprise Agreement 2012.

Experience managing a team of skilled professionals

A current drivers licence and willingness to travel for Manager training

Strong administrative and computer skills

Empathy, compassion and a genuine interest in helping those in need in our community

HammondCare

Make a difference everyday

Join HammondCare and help improve quality of life for older Australians in need. As a not-for-profit, Christian organisation, we provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care. Mission-led, we build passionate teams who support older people through life's most difficult circumstances.

With over 90 years of experience, we're known for our relationship-based approach. Whether it's in our homes, hospitals or the community, we bring skill, empathy and innovation to every moment of care.

It's not just care. It's HammondCare.

creativity and innovation in our work and share responsibility amongst our team to reach common goals. Our passion for the work we do truly comes from the heart.

What we can offer you

We care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including:

NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit (up to $2,650 tax free)

Additional leave purchase options and 14 weeks paid parental leave

Discounts on everyday products and services

Discounted healthcare memberships - access to network of fitness centres and pools for employees and families

Free access to independent counselling support for employees and families

Health & Wellbeing programmes

Reward & Recognition programmes

Referral bonuses

Career and professional development opportunities

If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare, Apply Now!

HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.

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For any specific queries please contact sgamble@hammond.com.au