Targeting:
Females, Seniors/Retired People, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQI

Independent Governing Body Member (Aged Care Clinical Governance)

About DANS In Home Care

DANS In Home Care is a trusted provider of in-home aged care and disability services, supporting people to remain independent, connected, and empowered within their own homes and communities.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, choice, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for our clients. As we continue to grow and strengthen our governance framework, we are seeking an experienced professional to join our Governing Body as an Independent Governing Body Member.

This is a governance role focused on strategic oversight and clinical governance. It is not an operational management position.

About the Role

As an Independent Governing Body Member, you will contribute your expertise to support effective governance, quality care outcomes, and organisational accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide independent oversight of organisational governance, quality, and safety.

• Attend Governing Body meetings (approximately one meeting every two months).

• Review board papers, governance reports, and strategic documentation.

• Provide guidance on clinical quality, risk management, and continuous improvement.

• Support compliance with Australian aged care legislation, standards, and governance requirements.

• Contribute to strategic decision-making and organisational growth.

Time Commitment:Approximately one meeting every two months, with flexibility around meeting times and attendance arrangements.

Why Join DANS?

Make a Meaningful Impact

Help shape the quality, safety, and future direction of an organisation dedicated to improving the lives of older Australians.

Apply Your Expertise at a Governance Level

Use your clinical, executive, or governance experience to influence strategic decisions and strengthen care outcomes.

Flexible and Rewarding Contribution

Make a significant contribution through a manageable governance commitment that can fit alongside professional, semi-retired, or retired lifestyles.

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals with experience in aged care, governance, or executive leadership.

Professionals may include:

• Registered Nurses

• Allied Health Professionals

• Medical Practitioners

• Aged Care Executives

• Health Service Leaders

• Clinical Governance Specialists

• Quality and Risk Professionals

• Board Directors and Governance Professionals

Retired and semi-retired professionals with relevant expertise are strongly encouraged to apply.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in aged care or a related sector.

• Knowledge of clinical governance, quality, risk management, and consumer-centred care.

• Ability to provide independent judgement and contribute constructively to governance and strategic discussions.

• Strong commitment to ethical practice, accountability, and good governance.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Highly Regarded

• Previous board, committee, or governance experience.

• Executive leadership experience within aged care.

• Knowledge of Australian aged care legislation, quality standards, and governance requirements.

• Experience in clinical governance, quality assurance, risk management, or regulatory compliance.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a growing in-home care organisation.

• A meaningful role supporting quality care and positive outcomes for older Australians.

• Flexible governance commitments suitable for active, semi-retired, or retired professionals.

• A collaborative and values-driven Governing Body committed to excellence in care and governance.