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Form of workProgram Manager – FitSkills
- Permanent part-time.08 EFT
- Hybrid role – work from home and FitSkills sites
- Occasional travel to Victorian regional and rural FitSkills locations as required.
Down Syndrome Vicotria
Down Syndrome Victoria (DSV) is Victoria’s peak organisation representing people with Down syndrome and their families. We are a community-based, not-for-profit membership association. We have a proud history of supporting individuals, families, and the community since 1978.
Together, we can and will create this inclusive community.
About the FitSkills Program
FitSkills is an evidence-based, 10-week physical activity program designed for individuals with Down syndrome. Participants attend weekly facilitated 1-hour workouts at the gym with a volunteer partner, followed by a social meal. The program is tailored by a physiotherapist. FitSkills aims to enhance fitness and well-being through a supportive and inclusive approach.
The FitSkills program is currently delivered at 3 metro locations, Brunswick, Coburg, and the City of Melbourne, and is soon to expand to regional locations. This program is an NDIS-funded activity and is in its first year of delivery.
About the role
DSV is looking for a Program Manager to lead and develop FitSkills. This position is suited to someone with qualifications and experience in delivering programs for adults with intellectual disability in a community setting.
You must have excellent people management and problem-solving skills and have a passion for delivering services that make a lasting impact to people with disabilities.
Please address the Key Selection Criteria in your application – see Position Description for details of Key Selection Criteria
Key selection criteria:
- Strong knowledge of disability sector and community development
- Highly developed program management skills with a minimum of 2 years experience
- Excellent people management and problem-solving skills
To find out more and to view the position description please contact Janice Chan, Program Director at *******@dsav.asn.au. Applications close 17th March 2024
