AddressWellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
- Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first!
- Competitive salary package+ 11% Super+ salary packaging benefits
- Full time opportunity based in Fairfield Victoria
About the program
Consumer Directed Service (CDS) are services which are led by and funded by individual consumers. This includes services such as the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) services, icare, Insurances and brokerage. These services provide support, care and access to services and technology for Australians with disabilities as well as their families and carers.
Wellways delivers a valued Consumer Directed Service experience in the metro, regional and remote communities across Queensland, New South Wales, ACT, Victoria, and Tasmania.
About the opportunity
As a General Manger of CDS services, you will work with the leadership team to streamline processes, structure, and practice for the most efficient service, delivering on a balanced budget each year of operation. You will work closely with all functions within Wellways to reinforce alignment to organisational priorities, strengthen integration and develop systems, processes and structures that effectively and sustainably support the delivery of services.
You will be responsible for developing and managing key stakeholder relationships at the state level and seek out Board positions and relationships with industry peaks. Led by lived experience, the General Manager supports people to speak up and challenge attitudes and practices that lead to exclusion.The General Manger will also regularly visit the offices and co-locations across their region to ensure teams feel connected and committed to Wellways' vision, purpose and values.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Tertiary qualifications in social work, social science, occupational therapy, psychology, business, human resources, or related discipline and/ or equivalent experience
- Highly developed knowledge of NDIS and insurance-based services
- Experience leading/ managing diverse teams
- Available to travel and to participate in out of hours activities as required to undertake the requirements of the role
- Right to work within Australia
- Current valid Driver's License
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
- Satisfactory National Police Records Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children's Check
What we offer
- Purpose-Driven Culture: Immerse yourself in a culture where passion meets purpose. Here, you can thrive while making a genuine difference. We hold respect for every individual close to our hearts, and we cherish the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.
- Equitable and Inclusive Work Environment: We take pride in fostering a workplace that's not just diverse, but also equitable and socially inclusive. We value the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that our team members bring, and we actively promote an atmosphere of inclusion and belonging.
- Salary Packaging: Enhance your financial well-being with our salary packaging option, which lets you allocate up to $15,899 of your salary for specific expenses before taxes kick in. This means more financial flexibility for you to allocate funds toward things like rent, mortgage payments, or car leasing.
- Meal and Entertainment Allowance: Indulge in the joys of life with our meal and entertainment allowance, available through salary packaging. You can enjoy up to $2,650 per annum to savor delightful meals and experiences with your loved ones, all while saving on taxes.
- Employee Assistance Program: We understand that life comes with its challenges, and your well-being is important to us. As part of our commitment to your holistic health, you and your family have access to our Employee Assistance Program. It's a supportive resource designed to help you navigate life's ups and downs with confidence and resilience.
Join us, and not only will you find a fulfilling career, but you'll also discover a host of benefits that enrich your personal and professional life. We're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of an inclusive, supportive, and purpose-driven community where your well-being and success matter most. Your journey towards a better future starts here.
Why us?
Wellways are a team of approximately 2000 staff and 150 volunteers across 93 sites providing a range of programs, services and supports to people right across Queensland, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. We remain committed to our mission, of creating inclusive communities where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential; and we are always on the look-out for like-minded people who would like to be a part of this.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact
Nikki Wynne| 0401 117 831
Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.
If you'd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, please visit our website.
