Campbelltown, Sydney NSW

Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)

Full time

FOCUS Connect Careers - Campbelltown, Sydney NSW

Are you an experienced leader in Aged Care looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of older Australians? If so, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career journey.

FOCUS Connect is seeking a dedicated Aged Care Team Leader to oversee and drive the operations of our Aged Care division at our Campbelltown Head Office. 

About the Role 

With the upcoming Aged Care Reforms in July 2025, this role will also involve ensuring compliance, leading change, and improving service delivery to meet evolving industry standards. This is a leadership role that requires a strategic thinker with strong operational management skills and a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Growth: Drive operations, build stakeholder relationships, identify growth opportunities, and manage day-to-day division activities.
• Client Care: Lead the team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, ensure compliance, handle client feedback, and engage with the community.
• Financial Oversight: Manage client budgets, work closely with leadership, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Compliance & Quality: Maintain audit readiness, lead continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Leadership: Supervise, recruit, and develop your team, manage training, and ensure workforce planning aligns with care needs.
• Workplace Safety: Ensure safe work practices, manage risk assessments, and support workplace injury recovery.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience in leadership and operational management within the Aged Care sector.
• Strong knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory compliance.
• Expertise in budgeting and financial management.

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in Health Service Management or business-related discipline and/or experience in a similar role
• High level of oral and written communication
• Strong networking and business development skills and experience
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Proficient business and financial acumen

Why Join Us

FOCUS Connect offers a range of benefits to its employees, such as but not limited to:

• Generous salary and salary packaging
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A positive work environment with a high value in diversity, equity and inclusion

About FOCUS Connect

FOCUS Connect (formally known as Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative) is a registered, not-for-profit charity that offers practical help and support services to the disadvantaged and marginalised. FOCUS Connect seeks to ensure that our organization and our services are relevant and accessible. Based on an integrated service delivery system FOCUS Connect's programs are specifically tailored through 4 broad service areas: children, youth, family and aged.

How to Apply

If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you! To apply, please submit a cover letter introducing yourself and addressing the essential criteria, along with your resume detailing your relevant experience.

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you have experience working in the not-for-profit sector?
• How many years of experience do you have working in an aged care setting?
• How many years of experience do you have in managerial roles?
• Do you have knowledge of upcoming Aged Care reforms?

For further enquiries, email hr@focusconnect.org.au with the subject line: Aged Care Team Leader.