Wesley Dalmar Out of Home Care
- full-time permanent position
- based in Penrith, NSW
- car allowance and salary packaging benefits available.
About us
Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.
Our Vision is “A Spirit disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.
About the program
Wesley Dalmar is a leading out of home care agency in NSW. We have a proud history of caring for children, young people and their families since 1893.
The role will work closely with Operations Managers – Sydney Placements to ensure that Wesley Dalmar continues to provide seamless service delivery to foster carers and children in their program.
About the role
The successful applicant will enjoy managing a team of dedicated assessors training in Step-by-Step assessment, Foster Carer Recruitment and develop and facilitate marketing campaigns.
Wesley Mission provides regular supervision and support for all staff as well as range of opportunities for professional development and staff benefits. This is a child-related position and preferred applicants will be required to undergo a Working With Children’s Check and criminal record history check.
Essential criteria
- tertiary qualification(s) in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, Social Science or related fields
- proven leadership and management skills
- understanding of the Permanency Support Program and implementation of contractual requirements
- flexibility to work some outside normal business hours at times
- current unrestricted driver’s licence
- commitment to continuous improvement and WH&S Principles
- previous experience in the preparation and supervision of budgets
- demonstrated personal and professional commitment to the Vision, Mission and Values of Wesley Mission.
Remuneration
Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, Level 7, with capacity for salary packaging and the provision of a fully maintained motor vehicle available for private use. Superannuation is paid in addition at 11%.
Closing date
Friday, 26 April 2024.
Apply now
Please find an Application Pack, including the Position Description, here: https://www.wesleymission.org.au/careers-and-volunteering/program-manager-oohc-carer-recruitment-and-marketing/
Please submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, your resume with current referees and an Application for Employment Form to
Contact name: Jason Schaumann
Email:Jason.schaumann@wesleymission.org.au
Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.