Health Independence Manager - Fixed Term

Mercy Aged Care

Werribee, Victoria, Australia
Fully onsite
Strong leadership and people management capability
Proven operational and service improvement capability
Demonstrated collaboration and stakeholder engagement capability
Mercy Aged Care is seeking a Health Independence Manager for a fixed-term, full-time position at Werribee Mercy Hospital. The role involves leading and managing Health Independence Programs to ensure high-quality, person-centered care while meeting organizational and health department standards

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading and managing Mercy Health's Health Independence Programs to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care that promotes optimal independence in the community.
  • Candidates must possess a Nursing or Allied Health Professional Qualification with current AHPRA registration and previous experience leading nursing or multidisciplinary teams.
  • Mercy Health is a for-purpose organisation offering opportunities to build on past achievements, grow impact, and gain unique experience within a diverse team of over 10,000 dedicated people.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Mercy Aged Care is seeking a Health Independence Manager for a fixed-term, full-time position at Werribee Mercy Hospital. The role involves leading and managing Health Independence Programs to ensure high-quality, person-centered care while meeting organizational and health department standards.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong leadership and people management capability
  • Proven operational and service improvement capability
  • Demonstrated collaboration and stakeholder engagement capability
  • Capability in performance monitoring and service governance
  • Strong quality and safety improvement capability

Nice-to-have

  • Resilient, compassionate and whole lot of heart
  • Postgraduate leadership or management qualification
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
  • Experience developing strategies for patient access
  • Ability to embed culture of high-quality care

Key Requirements

  • Nursing or Allied Health Professional Qualification
  • Current AHPRA registration
  • Previous management experience leading nursing or multidisciplinary teams
  • Current Police Record Check
  • Working with Children Check
  • Proof of current influenza vaccination

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