Address
Form of workLocation:
GH Wodonga
Employment Type:
FP - Full-Time Permanent
Department:
Non-Residential Services
Salary:
HS6 Managers and Admin
Closing Date:
02/04/2023
Supporting Documentation:
Program Manager AOD PD
Wodonga or Wangaratta based
A Rare leadership opportunity within the AOD space
Progressive workplace flexibility options that enables genuine work life balance
ABOUT US
Gateway Health is a not-for-profit Company limited by guarantee and a registered Community Health Service under the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic).
The organisation employs over 380 staff providing a range of primary health and community services across the Ovens Murray region in North East Victoria and parts of Southern New South Wales. Gateway Health serves all people, and is committed to improving individual and population health outcomes. We will do this by providing health care and support to individuals and communities in times of need, and by actively working with our partners to address the social and environmental determinants of health.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The AOD Community Services Program Manager role and purpose is to manage the human and financial resources within the AOD suite of programs and to deliver the strategic objectives and milestones for the program. The Program Manager is responsible for recruitment, performance and compliance and has overall accountability for all contracts, service level agreements and/or MOU’s. The role will facilitate the integration between Gateway Health programs to enhance seamless services to clients, consistent with organisational service plan priorities.
The Program Manager AOD Community Services is a member of the Senior Management Team and as such plays a role in
facilitating information flow and cohesion between all areas of the organisation, with a focus on service coordination and improvement;
business development, consumer engagement;
planning and monitoring the implementation of strategy;
monitoring internal and external environments, participating in relevant external networks and collaboration work;
identifying and responding to emerging risks and opportunities; and
providing a conduit for information between Gateway Health and external committees/organisations, particularly in relation to Gateway Health’s advocacy agenda.
The current suite of AOD Community Service programs includes;
Assessment
Counselling
Care and Recovery
Family Drug Support
Youth Outreach
Pharmacotherapy – Wangaratta & MERPs
Group Program (Non-Residential Rehabilitation Program)
Non-Residential Withdrawal
AOD Family Violence Specialist Initiative
Needle and Syringe Program
ABOUT YOU
Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work or other related disciplines.
Previous experience in family domestic violence service and or willingness to be trained in Men's Behaviour Change services.
Demonstrated experience in intake, assessment and case management
Knowledge and experience in early intervention and prevention program services.
The ability to work autonomously
REMUNERATION
Victorian Stand Alone Community Health Services (Health and Allied Services, Managers & Administrative Officers) Multiple Enterprise Agreement
Classification Grade 6
GATEWAY HEALTH CULTURE
Gateway Health promotes a learning culture that encourages innovation and initiative and recognises our staff as our greatest asset. Gateway Health is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve within our community.
GATEWAY HEALTH BENEFITS
Fully maintained company vehicle, Laptop, mobile phone with remote access on and offsite
Not for Profit Salary Packaging A$15,900 tax free
Ability to work from home + paid parental leave
Professional development + ongoing training and support provided
Free car parking
Fitness Passport - a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family
Access to regular external supervision debriefing with Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support available as needed, together with Group Supervision and Wellness activities.
For a confidential chat about the position please call Maryanne Donnellan on 0428 901 863
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Gateway Health we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every selection criteria and/or qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 2nd April 2022
Gateway Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender diverse people, intersex people, people experiencing health inequalities, and culturally and linguistically diverse people.
