Regional Aged Care Assessment Leader

About the Role:

Lead the future of Aged Care Assessment across parts of regional Victoria. Goulburn Valley Health is seeking an experienced and motivated leader to join our Allied Health Division as Manager – Aged Care Assessment (ACA). This permanent full-time leadership opportunity offers the chance to shape the delivery of aged care assessment services across a large and diverse regional catchment while influencing service development during a period of significant sector reform. The role is open to managers with relevant healthcare backgrounds such as nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and social work in particular.

From July 2026, GV Health’s Aged Care Assessment service operates within the Victorian Department of Health Lead Provider Service Model, partnering with Latrobe Community Health Service and Gateway Health across the Vic 4 Service Area. This role provides a unique opportunity to lead local service delivery while contributing to regional planning, governance and performance across the partnership.

As ACA Manager, you will provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality aged care assessments across Greater Shepparton, Strathbogie, Moira, Mitchell and Murrindindi areas. You will oversee service performance, workforce development, quality and risk management, budget management and stakeholder engagement, and ensure the service remains responsive, effective and consumer-related. Working closely with the Divisional Operations Director and other leaders, you will influence service innovation, lead continuous improvement initiatives and support the implementation of contemporary aged care reforms that improve outcomes for older people across our region.

About you:

You are an experienced clinician and leader who is passionate about improving services for older people and supporting teams to deliver exceptional care.

Successful candidate will have:

• Extensive clinical experience within aged care, complex care, community health or a related field
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing and developing high-performing teams or a readiness to step into a management role
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance, quality improvement and risk management principles
• Experience in service development, strategic planning and change management
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills
• The ability to work collaboratively across health, aged care and community sectors
• Commitment to team and self-development
• A commitment to leading through GV Health’s CREATE values
• Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist, or eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers

Lead an established and highly regarded Aged Care Assessment service with significant regional impact. Play a key leadership role during one of the biggest transformations in Australia’s aged care sector. Influence regional service planning and partnerships across Vic Service Area 4. Join one of Victoria’s largest regional public health services. Be supported by a collaborative team and wider divisional teams. Access leadership development, mentoring and professional growth opportunities. Enjoy a broad portfolio encompassing workforce development, service development, governance and strategic planning. Live and work in a thriving regional community offering a great family-friendly lifestyle without metropolitan commuting pressures.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced clinician seeking their first senior management role, or an established healthcare leader looking to broaden their strategic leadership experience and make a meaningful contribution to aged care services across regional Victoria.

To apply for the role please submit a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description, and your current CV.

How to apply:

External applicants: please click ‘apply now’ to submit your application. Current employees: please submit your application through the Employee Login on the Careers page. Internal applications can only be accepted via your employee profile.

About GV Health:

Goulburn Valley Health is the main health service in our region. Services include; a 24-hour Emergency Department, Surgery, Medical, Women’s and Children’s, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Mental Health, Outpatients, community-based health programs and services at Tatura, Rushworth and Euroa. With more than 3,000 staff, we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance the patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and supporting workforce flexibility. Centrally located in Regional Victoria, Greater Shepparton is the ideal place to call home.

Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships. Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance. Paid parental leave. Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals. A confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your loved ones. Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts. Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program. Safe, respectful and inclusive workplace: GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQA+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. GV Health has a zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment, sexual harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to fostering a psychologically safe workplace that supports the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. We are also committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment requirements: Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.