Care Manager

Tax-free benefit: Up to $18,549 of your income tax-free through salary packaging Purposeful work: Use your skills and experience to make a meaningful difference Professional development: Benefit from opportunities for career growth and skill development Permanent, full-time position About Us Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of residential, home care, and retirement living services for senior Australians. With over 1,300 dedicated employees and volunteers, we deliver personalised care across South Australia and regional Victoria, empowering older Australians to live with dignity and choice. Committed to quality care, innovation, and staff development, we are proud of our rich history and values, and we continually strive to grow while making a positive impact in the lives of those we support. About the Role Join our dedicated and compassionate team where community spirit and a values-driven culture are at the heart of everything we do. As Care Manager, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for each consumer, guided by capabilities approach across admission, assessment, care planning, delivery, and evaluation. This pivotal role reports to the General Manager Residential Care and works collaboratively with Care Coordinators, clinical governance, other LHG teams, and external health professionals. Together, we support residents to live their best life, their way, every single day. Located in regional Victoria, our Horsham site offers a unique opportunity to be part of a closely-knit team that values connection, integrity, and excellence. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. About You You are a compassionate and experienced leader who thrives in a collaborative, values-driven environment. With a strong commitment to person-centred care, you bring clinical expertise, emotional intelligence, and a proactive mindset to everything you do.In this role, you will: Partner closely with the General Manager Residential Care and Care Coordinators to deliver high-quality, person-centred clinical and personal care. Ensure compliance with aged care legislation, standards, and funding requirements. Lead the admission, assessment, care planning, and delivery process to create safe, positive, and tailored experiences for each consumer. Foster strong relationships with consumers, families, care teams, and health professionals to support coordinated care and shared decision-making. Provide guidance and mentorship to Care Coordinators, Registered Nurses, and clinical staff, promoting consistency and excellence in care practices. Champion a culture of safety and continuous improvement, using data insights and regular audits to enhance service quality. Respond to feedback and complaints with empathy and accountability, ensuring consumer voices are heard and respected. Contribute to workforce planning, performance reviews, and staff development to build a skilled, compassionate, and compliant team. Apply a risk management approach to monitor and respond to high-impact and high-prevalence risks always respecting consumer choice. The successful candidate requires a current National Police Clearance. In accordance with current health guidelines for the aged care sector, candidates are encouraged to have all recommended vaccinations. Why Lutheran Homes Group? Work with passion and purpose to drive positive outcomes in an inspiring and stimulating work environment Utilise your skills and experience to make a real difference in the lives of senior Australians Unleash your potential with opportunities to learn and grow within the organisation Collaborate with a team of like-minded professionals in a supportive and empowering environment To apply or to see a detailed position description, please click ‘Apply Now’. For any further information regarding the position please reach out to Sarah Kleinitz , General Manager Horsham- recruitment @lutheranhomes.com.au Applications close 22 November 2025 at 5:00 pm   Candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed prior to the closing date so apply today Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time.