At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and mentor clinical leaders while driving quality care outcomes across aged care facilities.
- Company: BaptistCare, a purpose-led organisation with over 110 years of experience in care.
- Benefits: Full-time contract with opportunities for travel, professional development, and meaningful impact.
- Other info: Join a community-focused team dedicated to enriching lives through care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older Australians through leadership and support.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with management experience and strong mentoring skills.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
12-month maximum-term full-time opportunity (with view to extend) based in NSW with regular travel across Residential Aged Care facilities in NSW and ACT.
We are seeking an experienced Residential Support Consultant to join BaptistCare's Residential Operations Support team. Partnering closely with Residential Managers, Care Team Managers (CTMs) and site leadership teams across NSW and ACT, you will provide clinical leadership, operational support and mentoring to drive quality care outcomes and support residential operations.
Working alongside the Residential Operations Support Manager, you will assist sites with clinical governance, quality and compliance, operational improvement initiatives, onboarding and leadership development. A key focus of the role is supporting CTMs through induction, coaching, mentoring and capability building. This role requires flexibility and a willingness to travel extensively across NSW and ACT. Travel is expected at least fortnightly, with periods of more frequent travel depending on operational needs, including overnight stays and multi-day site visits.
About you:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse (AHPRA)
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 3 years management experience leading multidisciplinary clinical teams at a senior operational level or equivalent health care experience
- A strong understanding of clinical governance, quality systems, compliance requirements and aged care accreditation standards
- Experience in mentoring, coaching and developing clinical leaders and teams
- Demonstrated change management and operational improvement experience
- Excellent organisation, administrative and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong written, verbal and stakeholder management skills
- High-level analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Strong technology skills and confidence using clinical systems and reporting tools
- A current Australian Driver's Licence and willingness to travel extensively across NSW and ACT
- Postgraduate qualifications or additional clinical leadership training
- Experience in aged care transitions or commissioning
- Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
- Previous experience as a Care Team Manager, Residential Manager, Facility Manager or similar aged care leadership role
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple residential aged care communities, supporting leaders, strengthening teams and helping drive outstanding care outcomes for older Australians. You will join a purpose-led organisation where your clinical expertise, leadership and mentoring capability will directly influence the quality of care delivered across BaptistCare's residential services.
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Residential Support Consultant in Sydney employer: BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care
BaptistCare NSW/ACT is an exceptional employer located in the beautiful south Sydney area of Bangor, offering a supportive and inclusive workplace where your clinical expertise as a Registered Nurse can truly make a difference. With generous tax-free salary packaging benefits, career development opportunities including study assistance, and a strong focus on health and wellbeing, BaptistCare fosters a positive culture that values your contributions and encourages personal growth. Join a dedicated team that prioritises compassion and teamwork, ensuring you feel valued while delivering high-quality care to residents.
Contact Details:
BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care Recruitment Team
