Practice Leader (Integrated Intake & Case Management)
Job No:
59322
Location:
Sale, VIC
- Join one of Australia's leading NFP organisations and deliver innovative services and programs!
- Exciting role for an innovative, collaborative leader in case management!
- Attractive remuneration of $80,000 per annum + mobile phone, laptop and study leave provisions!
- Supportive and close-knit team in the beautiful Gippsland area!
- Flexible and family friendly workplace
About the Opportunity
UnitingCare Gippsland has a wonderful opportunity for a motivated and collaborative individual to create a just and equitable Gippsland as a Practice Leader.
The aim of this role is to maximise agency performance and provide quality, sustainable outcomes to clients and communities through leading, mentoring and empowering others. This is an operational role which offers program management responsibilities to support the implementation of strategic goals and plans of the agency.
Practice Leader (Integrated Intake & Case Management) - Sale, Vic
This role will see you supervising the Integrated Intake and Integrated Case Management teams based in Sale. Duties will include decision making regarding the well being of vulnerable children, youth, families and individuals as well as liaising with the Department of Human Services. As part of the Executive team you will report to the General Manager of Client Services.
More specifically your duties for this positions will include (but not be limited to):
- Developing agency performance through leadership of others;
- Reviewing and developing services in response to changing community needs;
- Supporting the Management Team in implementing systems and problem solving;
- Motivating and mentoring emerging leaders;
- Working collaboratively to achieve strategic objectives;
- Preparing budgets and reviewing the financial performance of programs;
- Managing funding service agreements and contracts; and
- Developing policies and program objectives.
The successful candidate will require proven experience in a relevant or similar role. You will also require demonstrated skills in leading, developing and managing diverse teams and have sound, innovative problem solving skills.
Candidates must have proven experience in case management, program development, implementation and evaluation as well as a relevant tertiary qualification.
You will strive to be an advocate for the community's needs by developing positive relationships with relevant stakeholders and formulating creative solutions for them, therefore excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Knowledge of homelessness issues and experience in staff supervision will be highly regarded.
UnitingCare Gippsland works in the interest of the safety and well being of children and young people. Comprehensive screening will be required for successfully chosen applicants, including a Police Clearance and Working With Children check. A current Driver's Licence is also essential.
About the Benefits
In return for your hard work and dedication you will enjoy an attractive salary package of $80,000 p.a. as well as the use of a laptop and mobile phone.
UnitingCare Gippsland is a family friendly organisation and ensures its staff are able to meet personal and family commitments where possible, including providing flexible working hours and leave entitlements.
You'll enjoy the close-knit and collaborative team environment, while benefitting from the organisation's strong focus on professional development. With regular supervision, you will be supported to manage your own team. You'll also enjoy generous study leave provisions to further your career!
About the Organisation
UnitingCare Gippsland is a community services agency and a part of the Uniting Church, delivering early years, family, youth, disability, aged care and community development services and initiatives. The organisation has been touching the lives of thousands of families and individuals across Gippsland for the past 35 years.
UnitingCare Gippsland is committed to challenging disadvantage and inequity, achieving justice, hope and opportunity for all, and works to support, empower and strengthen individual, family and community life. It is a not-for-profit community services organisation and part of the mission of the Uniting Church in Australia and UnitingCare national network.
About the Gippsland Area
The Gippsland region boasts stunning national parks, unspoiled coastline and a range of diverse nature-based experiences perfect for the spring season. Pitch a tent at Tidal River, stroll through the Fern Gully nature walk or catch a wave at Eagles Nest. As you explore, take the time to visit the picturesque villages that abound, and be awed by the region's beauty as nature is renewed and revitalised.
Sale is the gateway to East Victoria, the Gippsland Lakes, 90 Mile Beach, the high country and many other exciting destinations, yet just over 2 hours from Melbourne. Further to the East, Bairnsdale still retains the quiet country pace and fresh air that you don't get in a bigger city. On the banks of the Mitchell River, Bairnsdale manages to retain a unique atmosphere as the commercial and administrative hub of the region. With a population of approximately 12,000, Bairnsdale is only a 3 hour drive from Melbourne, which means that high city life is still within easy reach. Boasting a full range of modern facilities, major city shopping and a great variety of accommodation and eating houses, Bairnsdale and Sale are ideal bases from which to enjoy the many natural attractions and curiosities of the stunning surrounding country.
This is an extremely satisfying and rewarding role, where you will improve the lives of others. To make a real difference in the community - Apply Now!