Area Coordinator Day Programs

About the Program
Join our vibrant team providing innovative disability services to individuals and families on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.The role of Area Coordinator will report to the General Manager Disability Futures and will be responsible for leading a team of highly committed and energetic staff delivering a variety of programs and one-on-one supports for people living with a disability.What this role is responsible for:

• Providing positive leadership to staff and participants.
• Developing and maintaining positive, engaged relationships with clients and families, other service providers and agencies.
• Establishing new programs and services that create opportunities for clients to pursue their goals, develop their skills, and have fun
• Ensuring all programs and activities are delivered in accordance with the NDIS practice standards
• Ensuring programs and services operate safely and are financially viable.

The key requirements for this role include:

• Team leadership experience in a service-oriented environment community services
• Disability sector experience is essential. Must be customer (client) focused and adept at understanding the needs of clients and designing programs and services in conjunction with the clients and staff to deliver what the clients want
• Ability to plan and implement new and innovative programs.
• Be strongly focused on supporting and empowering your team.
• Strong relationship building, negotiation skills and time management.
• Sound budget management skills and financial literacy.

Culture and Benefits:
We know that changing roles is a big decision – so here is what we can offer you:

• Salary packaging – also known as salary sacrifice - means allocating a portion of your salary to pay certain expenses before income tax is calculated. So, on pay day you pay less income tax and have more money for the things that matter.
• A sign on bonus of $1,500 ($500 on commencement and $1000 upon successful completion of the probationary period).
• A focus on employee well-being, with regular reflective/practice supervision opportunities.
• Access to training and learning opportunities.
• An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support; as well as
• An additional paid leave day (CatholicCare Day) to be taken at the end of the year.

About us:
At CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay we make a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve. Our services include NDIS disability services, foster care and out of home care supports, services for seniors, children’s services and a range of Community Services supports.We are also a child-safe and child-friendly organisation.We are a safe, respectful, and inclusive employer. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their cultural background, gender, faith or disability. Our organisation will accommodate any reasonable requests to support you to thrive during the recruitment process and beyond.Apply Now!No recruitment agencies please