We're Hiring!

Join one of Australia’s fastest growing aged care providers with a management eNPS of 92 and strong career opportunities, we are seeking a hands on National Social Engagement Manager to standardise and enhance the social care (leisure & lifestyle) program at 39 facilities across regional Australia.

Our mission is to provide exceptional care to older people in regional Australia, and we’re looking for a top-tier leader to join our operations team. As National Social Engagement Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating a national social care framework that ensures consistent and high-quality resident wellbeing and engagement while achieving financial business objectives. This is a fast-paced environment where you will play a crucial role in shaping our company's success and ensuring the success of social care across every facility.

If you have a proven track record of leading social care programs and a passion for excellence within the aged care sector, we want to hear from you. Come be a part of our journey and help us continue to redefine what high-quality care looks like.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Residential Aged Care, the National Social Engagement Manager will:

· Develop a comprehensive social care program that is aimed at improving resident wellbeing and quality of life

· Pilot the social care program and an accountability framework that provides the necessary tools and structure for consistent delivery of the program at selected sites, and upon successful completion of the pilot, implement the program across all facilities

· Drive continuous improvement for resident social care outcomes and experiences including volunteer engagement opportunities

· Support facility managers to foster a positive culture where social care is a shared responsibility across all care teams

· Drive the financial performance of social care across the residential division ensuring targets and consistency are met across all aged care facilities.

About you

This role requires a highly experienced leader with exceptional social care insight who brings:

· Proven experience overseeing social care, aged care, or community care operations and programs across a large number of sites

· Strong knowledge of Australian aged care standards, accreditation and compliance requirements

· A commitment to delivering a consistent, high-quality, and consumer-directed social care program

· Financial acumen with a record of achieving operational and budgetary targets

· A strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth

· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Why work with Respect

At Respect, we do things differently. We are not-for-profit, every dollar goes back into our services. We are values-led, integrity and care sit at the heart of what we do. We are expanding, the work you do will have real scale and purpose.

You will join an organisation where your leadership can directly improve lives of older Australians and where innovation and excellence are not just encouraged but expected.

Ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of aged care in Regional Australia?

Apply now with your resume and a cover letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.