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Care Excellence Lead
Home & Community Care (HACC) | Aged Care | Clinical Governance ACT & Western NSW | Uniting NSW.ACT
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Join Uniting NSW.ACT and be part of a diverse, purpose-led organisation creating meaningful impact across ACT and Western NSW communities.
We work across social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care, supporting people at every stage of life — particularly those experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.
Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice, brought to life through our values: Compassionate. Respectful. Imaginative. Bold.
We acknowledge the continuing sovereignty of Australia’s First Peoples and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation, committed to safety, wellbeing and inclusion.
About the Role
The Care Excellence Lead provides clinical expertise, governance leadership and quality oversight across our HACC services in ACT and Western NSW.
This pivotal role embeds best practice, strengthens clinical governance and mentors multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, person-centred community aged care. You will support neighbourhood teams, Team Leaders and Care Partners to ensure high-quality services aligned with care plans, budgets and regulatory requirements.
Regular travel across ACT and Western NSW is required.
Key Responsibilities
Provide senior clinical expertise in complex community aged care
Embed and uphold Uniting’s clinical governance framework
Mentor Nursing and Allied Health teams
Lead internal and external audits and ensure compliance with Aged Care Standards
Analyse clinical data to identify improvement opportunities
Implement and evaluate quality systems within HACC
Facilitate education and workforce capability development
Promote a culture of client choice, safety and continuous improvement
About You
You are a confident clinical leader who leads through collaboration and influence.
Essential:
Bachelor qualification in Nursing or Allied Health
Current AHPRA (or relevant) registration
Unrestricted Australian Driver’s Licence
Minimum 5+ years’ clinical experience
Strong knowledge of aged care practice and clinical governance
Experience in risk management and complex case management
Proven coaching and mentoring capability
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Highly regarded:
Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant clinical field
What We Offer
Meaningful career with a leading human services organisation
Up to $18,550 not-for-profit salary packaging
U Rewards program & Fitness Passport
Supportive, inclusive and collaborative workplace
Career development opportunities
Option to purchase additional leave
About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT supports people of all ages through social justice, community services and spiritual care, empowering those experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.
Child Safe Organisation
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
How to Apply
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Applications are encouraged from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Employment is subject to a National Police Check, pre-employment screening and reference checks.
Job Info:
Company: Uniting
Position: Care Excellence Lead
Work Location: Canberra
Country: AU
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