About Us:
At Juniper, we take pride in being one of Western Australia's largest local aged care providers, delivering individualized care that keeps our residents connected to the people, passions, and places they have always cherished. Across the state, we are dedicated to offering exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.
Palliative Care Lead – Juniper Aged Care
Are you an experienced Palliative Care professional with a passion for delivering compassionate, high-quality care? Juniper Aged Care is seeking a dedicated Palliative Care Lead to champion best-practice palliative care across our services, ensuring dignity and comfort for our customers in their final stages of life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of individualized, compassionate palliative care that enhances quality of life and dignity
- Develop and implement best-practice palliative care frameworks aligned with national standards
- Train and mentor clinical staff, fostering expertise in palliative care practices
- Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission standards
- Collaborate with families, external providers, and specialist services to deliver holistic support
- Drive initiatives that enhance service delivery through research and feedback integration
Key Requirements:
- Registered Nurse (RN) with current AHPRA registration
- Postgraduate qualification in Palliative Care (e.g., Graduate Diploma, Master of Palliative Care)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in palliative care or aged care settings
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and compliance in aged care
- Proven ability to mentor, train, and lead multidisciplinary teams in palliative care
- Experience in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to care
- Current National Police Clearance and Driver’s License
Why Join Us?
- Full-time position based at our Balcatta Head Office, with travel expectations
- Competitive salary starting from $140,000 per annum + 11.5% super
- Not-for-profit salary sacrificing benefits up to $18,550 per FBT year
- A leadership role that makes a real impact in the lives of customers and their families
- Work in a supportive, values-driven organization dedicated to excellence in aged care
If you are a compassionate leader ready to drive palliative care excellence, we’d love to hear from you!
Join Our Team
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and lead meaningful change in palliative care, apply now! Help us create a caring and supportive environment for our customers and their families at Juniper Aged Care.