Manager - Vickery Court
Mō te tūnga | About the role:
If you’re a people-focused leader with a passion for aged care and a drive for excellence this is a perfect opportunity for you to take the lead in shaping the daily operations at Vickery Court in Invercargill.
We’re looking for an experienced dedicated leader to drive clinical excellence, lead a dedicated team, and ensure outstanding care for our 88 residents.
Reporting directly to the Director of Enliven and working closely with the wider Enliven management team, you’ll be responsible for achieving high-quality clinical and operational outcomes.
At Vickery Court we offer rest home and hospital-level care, short and long-term accommodation, respite services, caregiver support, and palliative care to our 88 residents. The team at Vickery includes a committed team of 90 professionals who create a warm, welcoming environment where residents and their whānau make the most of their strengths and feel included, valued and safe.
Ngā pūkenga | What you will need to be successful:
- Proven experience in aged care, people and operations management, including effective oversight of your team, rosters, budgets, and performance to meet strategic goals
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal ability with the ability to build trusted relationships with residents, families, your team, the wider Enliven management team and external stakeholders
- Strong leadership and team-building skills with a track record of leading by example, coaching, and uniting teams to deliver high-quality care
- Registration as a Registered Nurse with a current NZ practicing certificate
- A collaborative, resident-first approach that creates a positive team culture where residents feel genuinely at home and your team are engaged and valued.
Mō mātou | About us:
PSS is a Charitable Trust and Southland’s largest social service and aged care provider.
At our core is our commitment to those in our care and in our teams, to cultivate a community where individuals are empowered to leverage their unique strengths, feeling included, truly valued and safe. Within our organisation, we have two service divisions – Family Works and Enliven, our strength lies in the passion and dedication of our team of over 400 employees.
Enliven is dedicated to the well-being of the elderly, where we provide retirement living, residential aged care and community support across our Southland care homes. The Enliven service philosophy recognises some things make for healthier, happier living, no matter what your age or ability.
Embark on a journey with us, where your contributions can truly impact the lives of Southland’s people, embrace the vibrant cultural diversity and storied heritage of our organisation, it’s the fusion of past and present that defines our uniqueness and shapes our tomorrow.
Why you'll love working here:
- Professional committed team
- opportunities for personal and professional development
- competitive terms and conditions that recognise your talents and contributions
- a commitment to excellence, innovation and shaping a workplace culture that values every individual
- a supportive team that cares about you and your family
- enjoy discounts and offers across a range of goods and services!
If caring for people and making a difference in your community is important to you, then take the next step and apply now.
Enquiries are welcome and will be treated with strict confidentiality, please contact Carol Riddle, Director of Enliven via email carol.riddle@pss.org.nz.
Interviews with suitably experienced candidates may be conducted prior to closing date, so don’t delay apply today!
Please note to be considered for this role you will need to be in New Zealand and have a current work visa.
