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Care Managers oversee the daily operations and management of aged care facilities, nursing homes, and residential care centres. They manage finances, human resources, customer service, maintenance, food service, and workplace safety — plus ensure the organisation complies with the law and industry standards.
As a Care Manager you may be answering to a Board of Directors or even a government department (if it’s a community service organisation) — and you’ll be working closing with team leaders as well as departmental supervisors.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Care Manager.
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The Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management (CHC62015) is a management level qualification great for students seeking careers managing community-based projects and organisations. Students begin with 8 core units that focus on business skills, leadership and organisational management. They then work through 5 electives which can include case management, creating partnerships with specialist support providers and resolving grievances and complaints about community service delivery. Students graduate with practical knowledge of compliance, leadership, process management, and finance. Learn more.
The Bachelor of Community Services qualifies you for managerial roles in the community services sector. It’s a full bachelor’s degree and includes field placements. During 3 years of full-time study you will be introduced to the welfare systems and services in Australia, as well as welfare law, and social policy. You’ll also gain hands-on experience in mental health, domestic and family violence, youth work, alcohol and drug misuse, counselling and case work. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements and enrolment opportunities. Learn more.
In Australia, a full time Aged Care Worker generally earns $1,265 per week ($65, 789 annual salary) before tax — Aged Care Managers who look after facility operations would earn considerably more than this. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only.
Employment in Aged Care is expected to grow very strongly over the next 5 years as more than 179,000 new jobs open up around the country. This also includes aged care supervisory and management roles. Care Managers are employed by aged care facilities, community service organisations, nursing homes, and residential care centres.
Source: Australian Government Job Outlook 2020
If you are looking for a management role in Aged and Community care you’ll need real world experience in the aged care sector, plus leadership and administration skills. A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), plus the Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management would give you a strong understanding of the aged care sector — as well as skills in business, leadership, strategic planning and compliance. These courses could be achieved in under 2 years, but you are likely to need 3-5 years industry experience. To work in aged care (at any level) you also need a current first aid and CPR certificate, as well as an up-to-date influenza vaccination. Some aged care providers also require a national police check.
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Here are some potential career pathways within aged care and disability. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Aged Care
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker
$960 weekly pay
Aged Care Worker
Community Care Worker
Diversional Therapy Assistant
$800 weekly pay
Home Care Assistance
Personal Carer
Residential Care Worker
Trainee Support Worker
Aged Care Nurse
$1,050 weekly pay
Aged Care Team Leader
$1,150 weekly pay
Lifestyle Coordinator
Residential Care Officer
Care Manager
$1,350 weekly pay
Disability
Aboriginal Disability Worker
Disability Support Worker
Disability Service Officer
Disability Team Leader
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