- Join a values-led, progressive and supportive Not-for-Profit organisation.
- Newly created role to lead community aged care services across multiple regions.
- Drive service quality, operational alignment and innovation in a dynamic and growing sector.
Carinity believe that true care begins with seeing the person — not just their needs, but their story, strengths, and their hopes.
Whether it's providing aged care, walking alongside young people, supporting families, or offering spiritual comfort, the care provided by Carinity is deeply personal. Understanding is the foundation of everything they do - because meaningful care requires a genuine connection.
Their care has a lasting impact. It’s felt in the confidence of a student finding their path, the peace of an older person feeling safe and valued, and the strength of a family supported through life’s challenges.
Founded in faith 75 years ago, and driven by purpose, Carinity exists to make a difference – one person, one moment, one lasting impact at a time.
About the Position
Reporting to the Executive Manager Aged Care, the newly created role of General Manager - Community Aged Care will provide operational leadership and strategic oversight of Carinity’s community aged care services across Queensland. The role will ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care, while maintaining compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards and other regulatory requirements. A key focus will be on strengthening financial sustainability, optimising service delivery, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across geographically dispersed teams. The position will also lead change initiatives in response to sector reforms, ensuring services remain innovative, resilient, and aligned with Carinity’s values and mission.
About the Person
Carinity is seeking an experienced senior leader with extensive operational management expertise ideally within community aged care, or other health/related community services. Candidates will demonstrate a strong track record in leading large, geographically dispersed teams, with proven skills in financial stewardship, governance, and compliance. The role requires the ability to drive service quality and innovation, while fostering a values-led culture of accountability, compassion, and excellence. Highly developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to represent Carinity across the sector and with government and regulatory bodies. Relevant tertiary qualifications in health, aged care, business or community services are required, with postgraduate qualifications in aged care leadership or health administration desirable. The successful candidate must be able to work within the Christian ethos of Carinity, and hold (or be eligible to obtain) an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Tim Wallis from Sharp & Carter on 0439 817 992 / twallis@sharpandcarter.com.au.
