AddressWesley Disability Services Intensive Therapeutic Care-Significant Disability
- permanent full-time role
- based across various locations in Greater Sydney
- salary packaging benefits available.
About us
Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from disability, aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.
Our Vision is “A Spirit-led disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.
About the role
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated House Manager to join our team.
This program has a strong focus on facilitating and supporting young people, their families and key stakeholders, to recovery from trauma with a multi-disciplinary team-based approach to providing individualised, person-centred care. The practice across this program is underpinned by Wesley Mission’s philosophy of care – everybody contributes, an ordinary life in community and you can choose.
Key responsibilities
You will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
- ensure the provision of high-quality services, care and supports that promote the emotional, social and behavioural needs of the children and young people
- ensuring a safe, homely and supportive environment
- work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive client care
- manage the day-to-day operations of the house and actively support client
- provide leadership, support and performance management to the ITC-SD team.
Essential criteria
- bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing or related discipline or a diploma working towards a bachelor’s degree in a related field
- minimum of 3 years’ experience successfully managing both individuals and teams
- demonstrated experience in working with young people with complex care needs
- demonstrated skills and experience in program management, service development and delivering positive outcomes for young people and families
- demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
- demonstrated ability to manage crisis situations and make sound decisions under pressure
- commitment to WHS, risk management practices
- proven organisational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritise workload
- demonstrated skills in conflict resolution
- excellent communication skills; written, public speaking and presentation capabilities
- proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office programs.
Remuneration
Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 5. Generous salary packaging and an assigned motor vehicle available.
Closing date
19 July 2024.
Apply now
Please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter addressing the essential criteria. For further information or to apply, please email: *************@wesleymission.org.au
Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and Code of Conduct. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
