Program Coordinator

Mandatory requirements:
* Drivers' license: it is a mandatory requirement for the occupant of this position to hold an unrestricted "c" class driver's licence as officers are required to drive government vehicles as a part of their day-to-day work.
* Blue card: this role provides support services to children and young people and therefore will require a valid Blue Card with the organisation. Please refer to the Blue Card Services website (http://www.bluecard.qld.gov.au/) for further information.
* Travel away from centre: while the position is based in Mt. Isa, travel within the region for site visits and to other regional offices may be required in this role. This may include overnight stays.
* One of the referees should be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, where possible, who can attest to the applicant's background, knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the cultural capabilities.
As Program Coordinator, you will specifically:
* Provide supervision to operational staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality service in accordance with relevant legislative provisions, statutory delegations, departmental policies, procedures and contemporary best practice.
* Maintain knowledge of contemporary trends, practices, funding initiatives and service delivery options to ensure the delivery of best practice youth justice programs and services
* Liaise and collaborate with key stakeholders including relevant departmental staff to promote effective coordination, integration and delivery of high-quality programs and activities for young people on youth justice orders.
* Participate as a member of the youth justice service centre management team and contribute to strategic and operational planning, reviews and key decision- making.
* Establish and maintain recording and reporting systems to ensure efficient and accountable management and delivery of youth justice programs.
* Provide ongoing recruitment, selection, professional development and culturally appropriate supervision and leadership to program staff
* Ensure regular audits of Workplace Health and Safety issues in relation to agencies. Ensure that safety equipment is available and all equipment used in conjunction with the Community Service Order Program is safe to operate.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/555999/24
Closing Date: Wednesday, 17th April 2024