AddressAbout UnitingSA:
UnitingSA, established in 1919, upholds values of respect, compassion, and justice. UnitingSA now helps more than 12,000 people per year within our aged care, community, disability, mental health, child development and employment programs.
Discover our vision and values: https://unitingsa.com.au/about-us/.
Role Overview:
An exciting opportunity to join UnitingSA. Lead and shape the Child, Youth and Family Services portfolio as Program Manager. Drive programme development to enhance quality outcomes for children, young people, families, adults, and communities in South Australia. This is a 12 month position, offering full-time hours until the end of 2024, with the possibility of continuation next year. Join us to make a significant impact—apply now to lead with vision and deliver excellence!
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, supervise, and support staff to achieve service excellence.
- Chair various meetings and facilitate planning activities.
- Ensure comprehensive staff induction, training, and development.
- Conduct performance reviews aligned with organisational standards.
- Drive personal and career development through proactive engagement.
- Collaborate with leadership for effective service management.
- Cultivate relationships with stakeholders and funders.
- Deliver services sensitive to diverse needs.
- Empower clients using strengths-based approaches.
- Develop and utilise relevant networks.
- Foster collaboration to achieve client and program goals.
- Contribute to service enhancements and portfolio growth through innovative projects and grants.
Skills & Experience:
- Significant experience in human services with diverse intervention models.
- Proven track record in complex case management within team environments.
- Demonstrated capability in staff management and performance development.
- Experience in managing service provision and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Strong team leadership abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to provide strategic direction and facilitate staff planning.
- Skilful in promoting services and advocating for client groups to stakeholders.
- Community skills including networking, negotiating, and mediation.
Essential Requirements:
- Tertiary qualification in Community Services, Social Work or equivalent, with extensive community work experience.
- Current SA driver’s licence.
- Safe Environments For Children and Young People – Through their Eyes Certificate.
- Current DHS Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
In return, you will work in a compassionate, respectful and just community in which all people participate and flourish.
What we offer:
- Unlock up to $15,900 in tax-free earnings with salary packaging, boosting your take-home pay
- Treat yourself to an extra $2,650 tax-free each year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
- Enhance your job perks with novated leasing, offering tax savings and financial flexibility
- 5% Annual Leave Loading
- Paid parental leave
- Strong commitment to personal and professional development
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Additional perks including discounted health insurance
For a confidential discussion, please contact Anna Sutherland, Senior Manager Wellbeing, Mental Health and Child Youth & Family Services on 0477 302 ***
For further information, a full job description can be located on our website; https://unitingsa.com.au/about-us/
We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, mature-aged individuals, and people with disabilities. Our employment screenings vary based on role requirements. These measures ensure we recruit individuals who align with our standards.
If you are inspired to make a positive difference and would like to be considered for this opportunity please apply now. If you require any assistance in submitting your application please do not hesitate to contact our Talent & Acquisition team on 08 8440 2***. Applications close Wednesday 24th July 2024.
Please note, UnitingSA retains the right to close this advert earlier upon identifying a suitable candidate.
Our application process is mobile-friendly for your convenience.
Attachments:
- JD - Program Manager CYFS.pdf
