Our Youth Workers bring a genuine passion to make a difference in the lives of young people and our communities. Since opening our doors in 2006, we have made a difference in the lives of more than 1800 young people.
Our young people have complex needs, so our small, stable teams provide intensive therapeutic support and consciously and consistently uphold our high standards.
Our Values
United, Supportive, Responsive, Passionate and Professional.
Our Benefits
- 6 weeks annual leave.
- Access to annual bonus and generous salary packaging options.
- Above-award wage salary.
- Opportunities to develop and advance your career with internal promotions and further training.
- Working with an inclusive and valued workforce.
The Opportunity
The Area Manager (AM) leads the local contributions of operational employees to delivery of business outcomes through high quality standard of care to our young people, internal and external stakeholder management and effective and professional operational leadership. The role delivers business aligned outcomes, strong financial sustainability, and growth of Safe Places business activities within the area.
- Owns area stakeholder analysis and management.
- Manages local approval and process.
- Drives and communicates meaning.
- Manages safety ownership.
- Drives operations.
- Develops talent.
- Manages accountability for outcomes.
- Drives local improvement efforts.
About You
The role of Area Manager is a functional leader position. You will display values-driven leadership and align your leadership with Safe Places management, supporting a shared company culture of unity, support, response, passion, and professionalism.
- Leadership capability, supporting young people by leading local operations.
- Operational Planning, transitional nature of the placements requires continued and iterative focus and heavy time commitment.
- Relevant qualification of at least Diploma level in a Youth Work related field (e.g., Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Community Work, Child Protection etc.).
- Relevant management qualification of at least a Cert IV in Marketing, Business Management or equivalent experience engaging in available company leadership development/training, as directed.
- Demonstrated, in-depth understanding of quality systems in a Residential Youth service, gained through significant quality services experience.
- Be willing for us to do a Criminal background check.
- Hold a valid NSW driver license.
We are an inclusive employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. Please visit our website to find additional information and benefits of working at Safe Places for Children.
Please apply if you meet the above criteria and our team will be in touch.
Visit our website for more information at www.safeplaces.com.au