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DRIVE THE GROWTH OF COMMUNITY BASED AGED CARE

HIGHLY RESPECTED CONTEMPORARY VALUES-BASED SERVICE PROVIDER

Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of residential, home care, and retirement living services for senior Australians.  With over 1,300 dedicated employees and volunteers, LHG delivers personalised care across South Australia and regional Victoria, empowering older Australians to live with dignity and choice.  Committed to quality care, innovation, and staff development, LHG takes pride in its rich history and values, continually striving to grow while making a positive impact in the lives of those it supports.

Based in Adelaide and reporting to the Executive Manager Residential and Home Care, the General Manager, Home and Community Support is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team and driving the expansion and operational excellence of services including Home Care Packages, the Commonwealth Home Support Program, and Restorative Care and Wellbeing Programs.  Key responsibilities include:

• leading the strategic direction and operational management of LHG’s in-home and community support services;
• driving growth and innovation across multiple service lines, aligned with evolving client needs and sector reforms;
• ensuring compliance with aged care legislation, funding agreements, and quality standards;
• building and supporting a high-performing, growth oriented and values-aligned team culture;
• strengthening relationships with clients, families, government agencies, and community partners;
• collaborating with LHG’s leadership group and other service areas to optimise the organisation’s positioning as a leader in delivering high-quality, integrated services;
• overseeing financial performance, risk management, and service quality;
• championing continuous improvement, agility, and client-centred care.

Applications are encouraged from accomplished leaders with extensive experience in aged care, community services, or health sectors, and a proven track record of leading service growth and transformation.  Experience in home and community support services will be highly regarded.  Strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.  Tertiary qualifications in business, health, or a related field are highly desirable.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and collaborative leader with a passion for client-centred care, a commitment to quality and innovation, and the ability to lead teams through growth and transformative initiatives.

Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the future of community-based aged care within a respected and values-driven organisation.  A competitive remuneration package including not-for-profit salary packaging benefits will be offered.