OSHC Director

• Full Time Hours with Monday-Friday shifts
• $82k annual salary + super
• Free access to gyms, recreation and aquatics centres across the state and more!

About The Y Victoria

Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000 staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y.

OSHC (Outside School Hour Care) are services for families, children and schools across Victoria. Suitable for children aged from five to 12 years old, we offer both before and after school care and school holiday programs.

About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children?

The Y Victoria are currently recruiting for a Full Time Director for our OSHC service in Armstrong Creek. You will have a passion for providing engaging experiences for all children, including those with additional needs. In this role you will work directly with the children in the service, providing them with the care, guidance and resources they need to thrive.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing a tailored OSHC program of 70-100 children that addresses the specific needs and interests of each child, particularly those with additional needs;
• Ensuring students are supported in exploring and fulfilling their needs, expectations, and goals;
• Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment that promotes positive behaviour and social and emotional wellbeing;
• Leading and managing a strong team of educators who support you in operating a high quality and fun Outside of School Hours Care program, with the assistance of your Coordinator;
• Establishing and maintaining network relationships with key stakeholders, service providers, and referral services;
• Ensuring accurate monitoring and reporting through meticulous family record-keeping, adhering to confidentiality and privacy requirements;
• Addressing complex barriers impacting a student's access to appropriate supports.

This is a full time leadership opportunity with a salary of $82k + super.

Working hours are Monday to Friday between 6:30am-9:00am and 2:30pm-6:30pm plus ample administration time during the day, between OSHC operating hours.

About You

Our ideal candidate is a natural leader with a strong background in education and working with children with additional needs. Your understanding of best practices in education, behavior management, and child development enables you to lead by example and drive continuous improvement within your team.

You will:

• Be compassionate, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine passion for supporting the unique needs of every child and family
• Have great organisational and administration skills and proficiency in IT, specifically Microsoft office and Qikkids
• Be an empowering mentor, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within your team
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

The Y Victoria Employee Benefits

At the Y Victoria, we value our people. Working for us means you'll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Flexible working and rostering arrangements
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y - online health and wellness

What do you need?

• Minimum Tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
• 3-5 years experience in a similar leadership role
• Have (or be willing to obtain) HLTAID012 First Aid Qualifications (including valid CPR)
• Have (or be willing to obtain) WWCC (Working With Children Check) Employee edition (VIT unable to be accepted)
• Anaphylaxis and Asthma Qualifications

At the Y Victoria, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au

How to Apply

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