The Royal Children's Hospital

Residential Manager - Sarah Claydon

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Milton, CA (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

About IRT

Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.

We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.

IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.

About the Role

As a Residential Manager, you’ll be an integral member of the Aged Care Leadership Team, leading the operations of IRT Sarah Claydon Village in Milton.

This is a wonderful opportunity to bring your clinical leadership skills to a role where you can make a genuine difference. You’ll have the opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to quality care, support your team, and help foster a positive, welcoming and person-centred environment for our residents.

$6,000 Sign-On Bonus to join IRT in the Shoalhaven region.

If you have experience in clinical leadership and a genuine passion for aged care, we’d love to hear from you and welcome you to the IRT team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of IRT Sarah Claydon Village, ensuring resident relations are managed in accordance with IRT’s policies and procedures.
  • Deliver exceptional operational performance, ensuring compliance with Aged Care industry standards, relevant laws and regulations, and IRT’s annual objectives.
  • Ensure that all administrative requirements, including care plans and other programs, are documented thoroughly and promptly.
  • Identify workforce needs, including recruitment, monitoring, and performance reviews, to ensure the development of a competent, high-performing team.
  • Empower and mentor employees and volunteers, fostering a team environment focused on delivering and continuously improving high-quality care that meets residents' physical, emotional, and social needs.
  • Develop and manage the residence's budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to meet the needs of both residents and staff while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
  • Maintain open, effective communication with residents, their families, staff, and external stakeholders to address concerns, provide updates, and promote a positive and transparent environment.

To Be Successful You Will Have

  • Demonstrated minimum 4-5 years of experience in a similar leadership role for Aged Care
  • Current Australian Nursing Registration (APHRA)
  • Commercial acumen including working with operational budgets and financial management
  • Proven leadership skills with developing individuals and teams to achieve strategic outcomes
  • Sound knowledge of AN-ACC, Aged Care Legislation and Accreditation
  • Competency in using technology including clinical management systems
  • The ability to role model continuous improvement and facilitate change through others
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to relate empathetically to people from diverse backgrounds, values and cultures
  • Current Australian Drivers Licence
  • Post graduate qualifications would be highly regarded.

Benefits for You

  • Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
  • Professional and career development opportunities
  • Multiple career pathways
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right fit, click “Apply Now”, complete your details and submit. You can also apply via our Careers page.

For questions, contact Recruitment@irt.org.au.

Please note: we can’t accept applications or resumes by email—apply through SEEK or our Careers page.

Successful applicants will complete pre-employment checks, including references, a functional assessment, and a National Criminal History Check.

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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