• Exciting opportunity to lead the Aged Care Assessment Team
• Attractive salary, supportive and inclusive team
• Permanent Full time based at Hastings
• Classification: Allied health (up to Grade 4 year 3) or Registered Nurse (NM11 ).
Who We Are and What We Stand For
Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care. To realise this vision we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others.
In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.
What You Will Be Doing
The Program Manager for the Aged Care Assessment Service (ACAS) is responsible for providing leadership in the operational and strategic management of the service to provide comprehensive and home support assessments. The role ensures the delivery of client-centred, comprehensive, fair, and timely assessments that empower older Australians and individuals with disabilities to access Commonwealth-funded aged care services, both in the community and inpatient hospital settings.
The Program Manager works closely with the Operations Director, providing leadership, practice development, and operational guidance to the aged care assessment team. This position is critical in supporting high-quality service delivery, enhancing consumer experiences, and fostering partnerships with key stakeholders. Additionally, the Program Manager collaborates with other Victorian ACAS teams and community organizations to address client needs, provide referrals, and contribute to service development and planning.
For more information refer to relevant Position Description
ACAS Program Manager - Registered Nurse
ACAS Program Manaager - Allied Health
We anticipate you will have:
• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration OR Tertiary qualifications in allied health with current AHPRA registration or eligibility for membership with relevant professional body
• At least 10 years’ post graduate experience in the relevant profession desired
• Comprehensive understanding of aged care reforms and changes to aged care legislation and ability to implement this through collaboration with stakeholders.
• Extensive experience leading teams in community service settings and working with diverse client groups, including aging populations, individuals experiencing mental illness, homelessness, or disability, and their carers/families.
• Demonstrated understanding of community-based support services
• Familiarity with culturally safe and inclusive practices for working with indigenous and non-English speaking backgrounds.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to build cohesive teams and manage competing priorities.
• Strong organizational, strategic planning, and analytical skills, with proficiency in data collection, report writing, and computer applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to foster community networks and partnerships.
• Current Class C driver's license.
What Next
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact People Experience Team on 9784-2700
For role specific information contact insert Allen Curry on 0499993081
The role ceases advertising on 17 August 2025
Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Additional Requirements
Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 OR Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employer Agreement 2024-2028 salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
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