Care Centre Manager

2 weeks ago

Palmerston North, New Zealand Summerset Full time

**Company Description**:
**You can help bring our villages to life**

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team, united by being part of something bigger - bringing the best of life to our residents.
**We’re on the lookout for an inspirational and experienced Care Centre Manager to lead our Care Centre team at our **Palmerston North village**. You’ll play a critical role in building a high-performing team of Nurses and Caregivers, and ensure we continue to deliver the exceptional care we’re known for.

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm, with some occasional on-call responsibilities that include weekends and nights.

**What you’ll be doing**:
Reporting to the Village Manager, you’ll be responsible for the care centre’s daily operations and strategic leadership, including:

- Full accountability for staffing, budgeting, and compliance
- Leading and coaching your team with a strong focus on recruitment, development, and recognition
- Building meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and stakeholders - and being their trusted point of contact, especially in sensitive situations
- Supporting sound clinical decision-making and ensuring quality care at all times
- Managing audits, policy implementation, and working with NASC, Te Whatu Ora and other key external agencies.

**Qualifications**:
You’ll bring experience in a clinical environment with a deep understanding of the aged care sector and Te Whatu Ora standards. You’ll be an experienced manager with solid aged care experience in New Zealand, ready for a new challenge, you’ll be passionate about leading people, driving quality outcomes, and making a real difference.

You’re someone who leads with empathy, builds trust, and can bring out the best in others. You’re confident balancing people leadership with operational management, and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team.

**Additional Information**:
**Why Summerset?**

When you join Summerset, you’re joining a team that values you - your contribution, your growth, and your wellbeing.

For a passionate leader this will be the exciting challenge you crave. You'll get excellent remuneration, the support of a friendly team, and all the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives.

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:

- Free Southern Cross health insurance (covering up to 75% of charges for GPs, dentists, physios and more)
- Birthday leave, so you can take your special day off on us
- Opportunities to grow your career in one of NZ’s fastest-growing aged care providers

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