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At Beechworth Health Service, we believe that quality care starts with committed people. Were on the lookout for an experienced and values-driven Quality & Risk Manager to join our team and lead clinical governance, accreditation, and risk management across our acute, aged care, disability (NDIS), and community programs.About the RoleReporting to the Director of Clinical Services, this is a pivotal leadership role ensuring that our health service meets all quality, compliance, and clinical risk obligations. You''ll drive continuous improvement, support high-quality consumer outcomes, and champion a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation.This role is instrumental in preparing for accreditation (NSQHS, Aged Care Standards, NDIS), leading root cause analysis, embedding the Statutory Duty of Candour, and building staff capability in quality and risk practices. Youll work closely with consumers, governance committees, and executive leaders to ensure safe, person-centred care every day.What You''ll Be DoingLeading accreditation and compliance efforts across multiple care settingsEmbedding the Victorian Clinical Governance Framework into everyday practiceDriving quality improvement initiatives using data, audits, and consumer feedbackLeading risk identification, mitigation, and reporting (including RCA and Duty of Candour)Supporting a just culture, clinical education, and capability developmentContributing to cyber-security and psychosocial risk strategies as part of broader governancePartnering with consumers to co-design better health experiencesWhat Youll BringAHPRA registration in a health-related fieldDemonstrated experience in quality and risk management in healthcareStrong working knowledge of NSQHS, Aged Care, NDIS, and community care standardsLeadership skills in clinical governance, data analysis, and compliance reportingExperience partnering with consumers and supporting staff educationFamiliarity with RiskMan or similar risk/incident systems (highly regarded)Why Join Us?Beechworth Health Service is nestled in the heart of Victorias stunning High Country. We are a close-knit and progressive organisation, committed to excellence in care, a connected community, and supporting an empowered, capable workforce.We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and safe workplace for all. We warmly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTQI+ community, people with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds.BHS is committed to its child safety and wellbeing obligations as defined under the Commission for Children and Young peoples standards (2021) and associated legislation (Child Wellbeing and Safety act 2005). BHS will affirm and uphold the Commissions Child Safe Standards, and will promote a zero tolerance for child abuse.BHS is committed to meeting its obligations under the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission and NDIS Commission to support the workforce to provide the care and services that upholds the relevant codes of conduct.To learn more about the role please see attached Role Description.Benefits Include:A leadership role with real impactSalary packaging and attractive enterprise agreement conditionsFlexible working arrangementsOngoing professional developmentA welcoming, supportive team cultureLifestyle benefits of living in a beautiful regional townApply by: 12th May 2025. Job Vacancy may close earlier if a suitable applicant is found early.Contact: Liz Ibrom, Director of Clinical Services 03 5728 0200 #J-18808-Ljbffr