Lead a passionate and dedicated team of Carer to deliver HammondCare's model of care with its Overnight Respite Cottage service in Lucinda Cottage based at Wahroonga.

Full-time position, in our new Cottage Respite Home, you will be responsible for the management and direct care of clients' individual needs.

Cottage Manager - What's involved in the role?

• The role of Overnight 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 in a multi-site environment
• A current drivers licence and willingness to travel between HammondCare's sites and services
• Strong administrative and computer skills.
• Empathy, compassion and a genuine interest in helping those in need in our community

Culture

HammondCare At Home has a relationship-based approach to care, and our team members take the time to fully understand the individual needs of every person we care for.

Benefits - Whats in it for you?

• Competitive remuneration and conditions, including penalty rates, paid travel time and kilometres, and a broken shift allowance
• Full supply of PPE
• Maximise your take-home pay with NFP salary packaging
• Retention bonuses at 6 months and 12 months of service
• HammondCare offers its staff excellent training & career development opportunities
• Full training is provided with local offices, local managers, and a 24/7 support line
• First Aid Training and Certification provided
• Paid Bonus Schemes I.e., Refer a Friend
• Supportive arrangements during the pandemic, including COVID-19 Special Leave if required to isolate, additional paid screening time each shift
• Fitness Passport Now available:
  • Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools
  • Great for the individual or family

About HammondCare

HammondCare is a leading aged care provider whose mission is to improve the quality of life for people in need.

We specialise in aged and dementia care, homelessness, palliative care, rehabilitation and mental health services for older people, and offer clients a small and consistent team of carers and registered nurses.

We provide staff with a wide range of training and development opportunities including mentorship from highly skilled and experienced staff in aged care and homelessness services, and training from our Registered Training Organisation, Hammond College. We encourage 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.

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

For any specific queries please contact [email protected], using the subject line: Manager - Lucinda Cottage enquiry via EthicalJobs.

All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, references, and must provide evidence of COVID-19 and influenza vaccination.

Our Talent Acquisition Team kindly requests no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. HammondCare is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.