Address
Form of workLocation:
Belmore
Employment Type:
FP - Full-Time Ongoing
Department:
Disability Services
Closing Date:
11/03/2023
Permanent Full time, based in Belmore
Flexible working arrangements
$90.000 to $115.000 (based on experience) + Super + Salary packaging
About the role
Our centre provides meaningful life skills training, preparation for employment and social opportunities for people who have an intellectual disability. Our aim is to overcome barriers to employment and promote social inclusion.
The Senior Manager Disability, Groups & Social Programs - known as Senior Manager Groups & Social Programs (SM GSP) at CatholicCare - is responsible for the operations management of CatholicCare’s Disability, Group and Social programs. The role provides expert guidance to support the delivery of sophisticated, and sector-leading social programs & activities, and thus provides integral support for the implementation of business growth strategies.
As our Senior Manager Groups & Social Programs, you will provide direct supervision, leadership and professional development for a diverse team of Social Educators, and Senior Social Educators.
With your strong expertise in the delivery of NDIS, social, and specialised cohort programs, you will assist the Director Disability Services to build team capability and capacity and support the delivery of highly effective programs to establish, maintain and increase independence, as well as creating connection, belonging, and purpose in the lives of our participants, by assisting them to achieve their goals.
In addition, as a highly experienced Senior Manager, you will ensure the sound financial management of our Disability Services, by monitoring program revenue and expenditure commensurate with approved budgets.
If you would like to find out more about the role, click apply to view the Position Description on our career website.
About you
To be a successful candidate, you will have:
Appropriate tertiary qualifications, including relevant trade qualifications or demonstrated relevant, and 5 years experience or more, as a Senior Program Manager
Demonstrated experience in independently managing complex and multifaceted services in both NDIS and private funding contexts
Significant experience working in, and strong knowledge of the Disability/Social Services Sector
Experienced in continuous improvement, CRM and process management, risk management (including Workplace Health & Safety), as well as a demonstrated ability to facilitate effective change and innovation
Commitment to assist our stakeholders to achieve their goals, while embracing diversity and inclusion of all people
Drivers licence and comprehensively insured motor vehicle
Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Clearance
Benefits of joining us
We support flexible working arrangements, for a better work/life balance
We value your wellbeing and offer free access to a premium mindfulness app, EAP counselling, yearly flu vaccinations and other regular wellbeing activities to support you through your working day
Generous leave entitlements including above award annual and personal/carers leave and generous parenting leave
We value your professional growth and provide regular supervision and internal career development opportunities to support your career aspirations
Access to generous salary packaging, which allows you to save on tax and increase your overall take home pay
The Organisation and the culture
People are at the core of everything we do: from supporting and enhancing the wellbeing of our clients to the nurturing and development of our staff and their career aspirations.
CatholicCare Sydney is a leading not-for-profit agency supporting people from all walks of life. We’re an organisation that promotes diversity and inclusion, and commits to the growth and wellbeing of our staff, empowering them to make a positive change to the community. CatholicCare is the official social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney and also a certified Family Friendly Organisation.
How to apply
To be considered for this role, you will need to attach your resume and a cover letter addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role (Address the Selection Criteria).
Applications for this position close on 11th March 2023. Please submit your application as soon as possible as shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. Please note that previous applicants need not apply.
Need more information? Please contact Joshua Grant - Director Disability Services on 02 8778 4231.
At CatholicCare, we believe vaccination to be the best way to keep our people and our communities safe from Covid-19. We require all employees, volunteers and students to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a condition of engagement.
CatholicCare requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check prior to employment and will also require a Working with Children Check.
CatholicCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Employer of Choice for Women. People of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and other culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply; people living with a disability are encouraged to apply.
