Are you caring, compassionate and looking for more than just a job? At Kalyra, we’re a community, a family and a choice to make a positive impact in people’s lives. For more than 130 years, our dedicated team has been supporting South Australians to enjoy life as they age. As the Strengthened Standards Clinical Consultant, you’ll be right at the heart of our impact. You’ll see the difference you make in every moment, big and small, and enjoy plenty of variety and the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Be welcomed by a good-hearted and values-driven team that supports you through every challenge and win.
Your Opportunity
This 6-month fixed-term contract is a unique opportunity for a clinical leader passionate about aged care to drive change and ensure the highest standards of care for residents. As the Strengthened Standards Clinical Consultant, you will play a key role in guiding Kalyra’s Residential Services through the transition to the Aged Care Strengthened Standards. Your expertise in clinical governance, compliance, and quality care will shape policies, mentor teams, and contribute to improving care outcomes across multiple sites.
In this pivotal role, you will:
- Lead the review and development of clinical policies and procedures to align with Strengthened Standards.
- Collaborate with Residential Care Managers to ensure best practices in clinical documentation and assessment.
- Support the Clinical Governance Team in risk management and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide expert guidance on accreditation, compliance, and aged care legislative requirements.
- Support the role out of education and clinical competencies
- Coach and mentor staff, driving professional development and quality care outcomes.
- Contribute to strategic projects, ensuring seamless implementation of strengthened standards.
What You'll Bring
We are looking for a dedicated clinical professional with a passion for ensuring high-quality aged care services. Your ability to lead, mentor, and implement best-practice clinical processes will be essential in preparing Kalyra for the evolving aged care landscape. With strong communication skills and a deep understanding of aged care compliance, you will be critical in supporting staff and residents.
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following:
- AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Strong knowledge of aged care standards, compliance, and accreditation processes.
- Leadership experience in a nursing environment with the ability to mentor and guide teams.
- National Police Check, NDIS Worker Clearance, Senior First Aid Certificate, and SA Driver’s License.
- 3 x COVID-19 vaccinations and annual influenza vaccination
The benefits:
At Kalyra, we’re committed to making lives better - and that includes yours. More than a team, we’re a family where you’ll always find a listening ear and support when you need it. You’ll also be empowered by genuine leaders who help you create the life and career you want, with ongoing training and opportunities to progress.
On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you’ll find at Kalyra:
- Flexible, family-friendly working arrangements
- Increased take-home pay by up to $15,899 with salary packaging, plus a tax- free meal and entertainment card worth up to $2,650
- Annual “thank you” dinner, plus an end-of-year celebration with a gift of appreciation
- Employee assistance and wellbeing programs, including confidential counselling, and free vaccinations
Are you ready for a career that means more?
To apply for this role, please click the apply button and for more information please contact Reena Parmar, Recruitment Partner at Harrison McMillan, on 08 7140 1917 or via recruitment@hmrpo.com.au.
Applications close 10th of March 2025
Kalyra is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
