Head of Human Resources & People
Role Overview
Position Overview
At CareLinc, we provide high-quality, person-centred care across Aged Care and NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) services. Operating under a virtual-first model, we rely on robust human resource frameworks to support both our frontline support staff and distributed remote administrative teams.
The Head of Human Resources & People leads the organization’s overall workforce strategy, talent acquisition, worker credentialing, industrial relations, and employee engagement. Reporting directly to the Director of Governance & Compliance, this role ensures that all HR operations strictly align with NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission standards, the Aged Care Quality Standards, industrial award compliance (SCHADS), and internal governance risk controls.
Key Responsibilities
1. People Operations & Regulatory Compliance
- Align all human resource policies and workflows directly with the governance and compliance frameworks established by the Director of Governance & Compliance.
- Oversee mandatory worker screening, credential validation, NDIS Worker Screening Checks, Police Checks, and photo identification audits across office and field staff.
- Enforce strict compliance with the SCHADS Award (Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award) and relevant Fair Work Ombudsman guidelines.
- Lead workplace health and safety (WHS) initiatives, injury management, and return-to-work programs tailored to community-based care delivery.
2. Strategic Recruitment & Onboarding
- Design and execute end-to-end recruitment strategies for frontline support workers, clinical staff, care coordinators, and specialized remote administrative positions.
- Ensure workforce recruitment supports CareLinc's operational targets, including specific client language requirements (e.g., Arabic-speaking support capabilities).
- Streamline digital onboarding, credential verification, and orientation pathways to rapidly deploy qualified staff to active rosters.
3. Employee Relations & Industrial Governance
- Serve as the primary point of escalation for complex employee relations issues, grievances, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
- Conduct formal internal investigations into policy breaches or misconduct in close coordination with the Governance & Compliance division.
- Manage corporate risk mitigation strategies related to restraint-of-trade, confidentiality, and anti-solicitation enforcement across worker contracts.
4. Workforce Development, Retention & Culture
- Drive performance review processes, professional development plans, and training partnerships (including Certificate III in Individual Support pathways).
- Maintain clear communication channels and engagement programs across hybrid local staff and distributed remote teams.
- Monitor workforce metrics such as turnover rates, staff utilization, and recruitment efficiency to inform executive reporting.
Qualifications & Experience
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of senior HR management experience within the NDIS, Aged Care, or broader Community Services sector in Australia.
- Governance Focus: Proven track record of working closely with regulatory, compliance, or risk governance structures.
Technical & Industry Competencies
- Deep knowledge of the SCHADS Award, National Employment Standards (NES), and Australian Fair Work legislation.
- Strong familiarity with NDIS Practice Standards, Quality & Safeguards frameworks, and Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Experience managing workforce software platforms, geo-location auditing platforms (e.g., ShiftCare), and HRIS tools.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multi-tiered teams, including local operational staff and remote administrative personnel.
Key Leadership Skills
- Governance Alignment: Ability to embed regulatory compliance and audit readiness into everyday HR practices.
- Problem-Solving & Integrity: High level of ethical standard, discretion, and firmness in executing policy audits and investigations.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with frontline carers, executive leaders, and regulatory auditors.
What We Offer
- Salary: Competitive
- Workplace Structure: Remote operational model.
- Leadership Impact: Direct involvement in shaping the culture, compliance, and strategic expansion of CareLinc.
- Mission-Driven Team: A collaborative workplace culture dedicated to high-quality care delivery.
