About UPA

UPA is a mission-based organisation committed to providing quality service and care to individuals across residential care, retirement villages, home care services, and serviced units. Our philosophy is that every person has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, regardless of age.

We are seeking a Clinical Manager – Residential Care to join our dedicated team and ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in a residential setting. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to lead and mentor nursing staff while driving continuous improvements in care practices.

Position Purpose

The Clinical Manager (CM) will provide high-level clinical expertise and leadership in a residential care setting. You will be responsible for overseeing care planning, guiding clinical staff, and ensuring compliance with best practices. This role involves auditing clinical processes, addressing clinical issues, and driving quality improvement initiatives to enhance resident well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care Management: Provide expert clinical support to the Facility Manager (FM) and Assistant Director (AD). Develop and implement care plans and ensure adherence to best practice standards.

• Staff Management & Development: Mentor nursing staff, assess competencies, and ensure training and development to meet the latest clinical practices.

• Documentation & Quality Assurance: Ensure accurate and timely completion of all clinical documentation and participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives.

• Work Health and Safety: Ensure adherence to Work Health and Safety guidelines and foster a safe working environment.

• Professional Development: Stay updated on industry trends, maintain relevant qualifications, and contribute to the development of the clinical team.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Required:

  • AHPRA Nursing registration

  • Postgraduate qualification in a relevant nursing field (minimum 12 months clinical experience in that specialty)

  • At least 4 years of post-registration nursing experience, including 3 years in a relevant specialty

  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills

  • Proven ability to develop and lead clinical teams effectively

  • High level of flexibility, time management, and adaptability

• Desired:

  • Experience in Aged Care Services

  • Post-basic qualifications in Gerontology, Palliative Care, or Education

  • Experience in implementing evidence-based practices and clinical development

Other Requirements:

• Current First Aid Certificate

• Criminal history check and renewals

• Ability to adapt to varying work hours based on business needs

Why Join Us?

As a Clinical Manager at UPA, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents while working in a supportive, mission-driven environment. You’ll lead a dedicated team and contribute to maintaining high standards of care, ensuring a positive and impactful experience for both residents and staff.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about clinical care and leading teams to provide excellent care, apply today!

Simply click on the ‘apply now’ button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. For a confidential discussion or to obtain a copy of the position description, please email recruitment@upa.org.au. 

To find out more about UPA of NSW, we invite you to visit our website at www.upa.org.au.   

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.