At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to deliver exceptional aged care and improve residents' lives.
- Company: Respect, the largest aged care provider in Regional Australia, values purpose-driven work.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, health insurance, job security, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive culture focused on continuous improvement and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older Australians while leading a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: Experience in aged care management and a passion for improving lives.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Lead with purpose. Make a difference. Be part of something bigger. At Respect, we believe aged care is about more than providing support. We exist to ensure older people receive the care they deserve, no matter where they live. As the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia, Respect is a growing, values-led not-for-profit organisation with an exciting future ahead. Following Respect’s acquisition of McLean Care, our organisation is entering an exciting new chapter, bringing together people, expertise and communities with a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care for older Australians. This is your opportunity to join that journey.
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced and passionate General Manager to lead our Yallambee Care Community. Located in Millmerran, Yallambee is a 60 bed residential care home, providing general residential care as well as dedicated dementia support. Yallambee incorporates several accommodation areas – This is where your leadership can help shape the next chapter of care for the local community. As General Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the home, ensuring safe, person-centred care in line with regulatory standards and organisational values. You will lead all aspects of operations, including clinical governance, workforce leadership, financial performance, and the overall resident experience.
No two days are the same! As General Manager you will:
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the home with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and person-centred care
- Drive a culture of clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and positive consumer outcomes
- Lead, coach, and develop teams to achieve high performance and foster a positive workplace culture
- Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, legislation, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Oversee quality improvement, risk management, audits, incident reporting, and accurate documentation practices
- Manage occupancy, budgets, financial performance, workforce planning, rostering, and capability development
- Build strong relationships with residents, families, staff, and the local community
- Promote workplace health and safety while maintaining a safe, supportive, and values-driven environment
- Participate in ongoing professional development to support best practice and continuous improvement initiatives
About You
You are a confident, values-driven leader with strong background in residential aged care. You have a balance of clinical expertise and operational acumen, with a proven ability to lead teams and deliver results. You are experienced as a General Manager or Residential Aged Care Manager, with a strong knowledge of aged care standards, compliance and clinical governance. A proven ability to lead teams, improve performance and drive positive outcomes, sound financial and operational management capability as well as excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. And importantly a genuine passion for improving the lives of older Australians.
Tertiary qualification in Nursing (desirable)
Current AHPRA registration
Current NDIS Worker Screening (or ability to obtain)
What we can offer you
- Competitive remuneration and benefits – Corporate Health Insurance and Employee Discount Program.
- Attractive pay incentives, along with not-for-profit salary packaging.
- The chance to engage in purposeful work within a values-driven organisation.
- Long-term job security in an industry resistant to economic fluctuations.
- A thriving, positive organisational culture that prioritises well-being.
- Abundant prospects for personal and professional growth through learning and development initiatives.
- Training and development pathways.
General Manager employer: Mareeba Aged Care
Respect Aged Care is an exceptional employer, offering a rewarding night shift opportunity for Registered Nurses at Respect Lyrebird in Victoria. As a proud not-for-profit organisation, we prioritise a supportive and caring work culture, providing competitive salaries, pay incentives through salary packaging, and ample opportunities for professional development. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians while working in a collaborative environment that values dignity and respect.
