Aged Care Executive jobs in Melbourne VIC

• Location: Sunshine
• Employment Type: Part-Time (48 hours/fortnight), Ongoing
• Salary: Allied Health Grade 2 (OT/Physio/ST/SW) or Community Health Nurse + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

The Western Aged Care Assessment (ACA) service plays a vital role within Western Health at Home, supporting older people with care needs to access appropriate Commonwealth-funded aged care services. Assessors undertake comprehensive clinical and non-clinical assessments, develop person-centred support plans, and coordinate referrals, reviews and assessment activities to ensure individuals receive the care that best meets their needs and preferences.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by enabling people to maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life through timely, holistic assessment and care planning. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, the role contributes to Western Health’s mission by delivering high-quality, compassionate, person-centred care while supporting continuous learning, professional development and service excellence.

Key responsibilities:

• Complete person-centred aged care assessments using a wellness and reablement approach to support older people to access the services they need.
• Support older people and their families or representatives to navigate the My Aged Care system and ensure a smooth assessment and referral process.
• Apply relevant legislation, policies and professional judgement when assessing needs, developing support plans and making recommendations for Commonwealth-funded aged care services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the My Aged Care system, including assessments, support plans, reviews and referrals.
• Contribute to a positive team culture through ongoing learning, reflective practice and a commitment to delivering high-quality, client-centred care.

About you:

• Clinical Assessor Qualifications: Registered Nurse Division 1, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech Therapist or Social Worker.
• Current registration with AHPRA (all clinical assessors except Social Workers).
• Unregistered Social Workers must be eligible for membership of AASW.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge/assessment/problem solving/care co-ordination skills (clinical).
• Experience working with elderly persons in a sub-acute, residential or community setting.
• Current Victorian Driver’s License.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Why join us?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about supporting older people in the community, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 9 October 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Sarah Logie-Smith (Service Manager) via Sarah.LogieSmith@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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