We're Hiring!

As a proud not-for-profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care is dedicated to serving older residents with the highest standards of care and fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect.

Our organisation is continuously growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. We also offer home care services in multiple states and manage over 700 units in various retirement villages and independent living communities.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or previous experience in a similar role.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• Can do attitude!

Desirable:

• Experience with recruitment in aged care.
• Experience in the PALM scheme, DAMA, and ACILA.
• Knowledge of visa processes and international candidate management.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with staff at all levels and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to create effective recruitment advertisements and related materials.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the capacity to manage multiple and conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach, with strong initiative, drive, and outcome orientation.
• Sensitivity and understanding of the diverse needs within the organization and the recruitment process.

Key Duties & Responsibilities 

• Onboarding Process: Work closely with Key Stakeholders to ensure comprehensive onboarding program, that includes orientation to workplace culture, policies and procedures is conducted for each new International Team Member
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with Residential Aged Care, Home Care and Retirement Villages, local real estate agencies and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth integration process
• Cultural Orientation: provide cultural training and resources to help international employees adapt to Australian society and work environments
• Local Resources and Services: Compile and disseminate information on local amenities, healthcare services and community resources to assist international employees
• Ongoing Support: Establish a support system for international employees to address any issues or challenges they may encounter during their transition
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure that all accommodation and onboarding activities comply with relevant policies and prepare reports for management review

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and entitlements.
• Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
• Long-term employment in a recession-proof sector.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.
• Discounted private health insurance.

Our purpose:

To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

Our Values:
Respect - Treat all people with fairness and dignity
Care - Look after and protect the elderly, and each other
Teamwork - Encourage, cooperate, and build trust
Courage - Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult
Integrity - Be open, honest, and trustworthy
Innovation - Think differently to solve problems.
Excellence - Drive quality to continuously improve.