Area Manager - Penrith
At Healthscope Independence Services (HIS), we are excited to launch our new Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) apartment service within the NDIS. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Area Manager to lead this new site and play a key role in establishing high‑quality supports from day one.
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Permanent, Full Time
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Classification: Level 6 – (Pay point will be determined based on experience and qualifications).
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Location: Penrith, NSW
About Us
For over 30 years, Healthscope Independence Services has been supporting people with disability to live more independently. Operating across multiple states, we provide both community-based and in-house support, guided by a person-centred approach. Our team is driven by compassion, respect, and a shared goal of helping clients achieve what matters most to them. We work with clients on their plans to reach their independence goals in our homes or in the community and build their confidence to make more choices in their daily life. Healthscope Independence Services is NDIS accredited and registered with TAC and WorkSafe Victoria, TIO and iCare. We meet all government and legislative requirements.
At Healthscope Independence Services (HIS), we offer:
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Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
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Penalty rates, allowances, and entitlements in line with the SCHADS Award.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support.
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Everyday Star recognition programs for outstanding performance.
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Ongoing Learning and Development.
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Opportunities to attend quarterly conferences as part of your professional development and engagement.
About the Role
This is a key leadership role reporting to the Director, Client Services. As the Area Manager, you will oversee the successful operation of our new SDA site, ensuring high‑quality, person‑centred supports aligned with NDIS, TAC and iCare standards. While this role currently manages a standalone site with no internal teams, there is potential for future expansion to oversee multiple sites within Sydney as our services grow. This provides a strong pathway for professional development and broader operational leadership.
A typical day may include:
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Providing leadership and guidance to Support workers, offering expert advice, coaching, and support to ensure high‑quality service delivery within your local area.
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Overseeing daily operational requirements, including staffing levels, roster management, and ensuring house meets quality, safety, and compliance standards.
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Supporting client‑centred practice, including oversight of client intake, assessments, referrals, and ensuring smooth admission processes.
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Monitoring compliance and quality, such as staff training, documentation, audits, and continuous improvement activities across the service.
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Managing financial and business performance, including oversight of budgets, and reporting.
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Driving team development, through mentoring, performance discussions, onboarding, and fostering a positive, values‑driven culture.
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Promoting safety and risk management, responding to incidents, supporting wellbeing initiatives, and ensuring staff have the training and tools to work safely.
To be considered for this role you will have:
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Certificate IV in Disability, Community Services or Aged Care
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Strong understanding of SDA, SIL, and NDIS Quality & Safeguarding frameworks.
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Experience in supervising or leading a large team of disability support workers, with sound leadership experience.
- Excellent communication, written, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
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Experience managing multiple stakeholders, conflict and negotiations and comfort making decisions that balance risk, client outcomes and commercial/strategic issues.
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Ability to mentor and coach staff to ensure best practice service delivery is achieved.
If you meet these criteria and feel this role aligns with your values and experience, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please include a cover letter, and CV. You will only be contacted if you proceed to the next stage.
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
Discounted Heath Insurance
Continuous professional decelopment, education & support provided to ecourage growth
We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challences together.
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 25th June 2026
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our clients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a valid NDIS screening Check, First Aid, CPR. Driver’s License and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. For more information visit our website .
Healthscope is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in our workforce. We encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and people of culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
