Social & Community Services Manager
Job No:
106018
Location:
Dandenong
- Unique position working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, in southern metropolitan Melbourne!
- Competitive remuneration plus salary sacrifice options and unrestricted use of a company vehicle!
- Benefit from great professional development opportunities!
About the Organisation
Dandenong and District Aborigines Co-Operative Ltd (DDACL) is a community controlled organisation and is committed to creating positive and fulfilling lifestyles for individuals and families. The Co-Op provides a range of services including Comprehensive Primary Health Care, Allied Health, Spiritual and Emotional Well Being, Family and Youth Services, Early Years Learning Program and Home & Community Care, amongst others.
DDACL offers a family friendly, flexible and supportive workplace that supports staff and encourages training and development.
About the Opportunity
DDACL has an exciting opportunity available for a Social and Community Services Manager to join their exciting organisation in Dandenong, Vic working on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the CEO, you will be primarily coordinating and optimising the effectiveness of all the activities and programs funded by the Department of Human Services Victoria (DHHS) and other agencies of the organisation.
Key responsibilities of the role include (but are not limited to):
- Providing support in the coordinating and development of the DHHS and other agency programs;
- Researching and analysing community issues or needs and managing the funding submissions and program implementation strategies;
- Identifying the need for new programs or projects;
- Ensuring the program Coordinators/Team Leader are able to function effectively; and
- Delivering a high level of support to the day-to-day management of the organisation and provide essential support to the community.
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About You
The successful candidate will have tertiary qualifications in Social Work or a similar discipline in addition to sufficient experience in a management or leadership position. While not essential, case management experience would be highly regarded.
Your excellent communication skills will ensure your ability to work with Aboriginal communities and their leaders. You will develop and maintain synergy with management and work as a valued part of the Executive Management Team to achieve strategic goals.
DDACL are looking for a flexible individual who is committed to respecting traditional culture, values and 'ways of doing business'. Time management skills are also very important in this role as is the ability to work within a team environment as you determine the program's priorities and assess your workload in order to best achieve results.
The successful candidate will need to hold a current, unrestricted Drivers Licence, as well as undergo a Police check and Working with Children check.
About the Benefits
If you've been looking for an opportunity that will allow you to be involved in social change, this is the role for you! The DDACL work tirelessly toward achieving a common outcome of closing the gap in Aboriginal Health and you'll be on the ground playing an integral role in helping the organisation achieve this!
This role will be a great experience for the successful candidate, as you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and flexible team environment. You'll also be working closely with clients in the community and will gain valuable experience in community consultation and program planning.
For your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a highly attractive remuneration, super and salary sacrificing opportunities plus a range of great benefits including:
- Company car (for work and personal use);
- Laptop;
- Mobile phone; and
- Professional development opportunities
You will work alongside a dedicated and passionate team in a family supportive organisation - plus, you'll receive immense job satisfaction, contributing to the health, well-being and the advancement of Aboriginal people in closing the gap.
For a unique opportunity to work with the Dandenong and District Aboriginal communities - Apply Now!
Please note:
- You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this role;
- All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check; and
- Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply.