Social Programs Development Officer

Employment Status: Permanent
Days & Hours of Work: Monday - Friday totalling 38 hours per week
Competitive Salary: Band 5 - $78,462.47 p.a + 11% superannuation
Location: Black Rock Activity Centre, 2 Karrakatta Street Black Rock and some occasional flexibility to work from homeAbout Us:We are a passionate organisation, connected in our shared goal to be 'sector leading' in all that we do for the community and each other. Home to over 100,000 residents, Bayside City Council's enduring purpose is building extraordinary places, thriving communities, and better futures.Bayside Council is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing an accessible and safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity, and inclusion. Our organisational strategy is made up of three priorities and we consider these in everything we do: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Customer Experience and Results Matter.We want everyone to be as proud of what we are achieving - and excited about our future - as we are, and we are committed to working together to achieve this.About the Role:Bayside City Council are expanding their aged care socialisation program, and we are seeking a motivated individual that is passionate and enthusiastic about being part of a community-based organisation that delivers high-quality centre-based group programs and community outings for older adults living at home.We partner with our clients and community to deliver these services in the way that's right for them. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the Social Support and Community Transport Team Leader by:

• Researching, planning, developing a range of interest-based activities and outings that engage and connect with the needs of our clients.
• Creating and reviewing service-specific support plans in response to the clients and their carer's changing needs and aspirations.
• Working collaboratively with the team on delivering programs and activities that stimulate and enhance participants' wellbeing.
• Supporting the completion and prioritisation of assessment service referrals.
• Supporting and undertaking a diverse range of administration tasks that contribute to a high-quality customer experience.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Passion for working with older people to enhance their social connectedness in the local community.
• Tertiary qualification in a management, health, allied health, social science, or related discipline and/or significant experience working with older people in a community setting.
• Knowledge and understanding of aged care programs as well as the needs and issues affecting older people and their carers.
• Highly developed communication skills enabling client and staff issues to be responded to in a logical and considered manner.
• The ability to work with a team of staff promoting a positive commitment to a customer service culture and backfill Team Leader during periods of planned leave.
• Commitment to safety and quality assurance for clients and staff.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications and previous experience with Aged and Disability Services software would be an advantage.

Mandatory pre-employment requirements:

• Be willing to undergo and complete a satisfactory criminal history check
• Provide or obtain an employment-based Working with Children check
• Be fully vaccinated with at least two approved COVID-19 vaccines or have proof of medical exemption, in accordance with Council's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence

What we can offer you in return:

• A work life/balance through flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Generous leave provisions, including accrued time off, parental leave, three days of wellbeing leave per year, cultural and ceremonial leave, gender affirmation leave, plus the ability to purchase up to four weeks additional leave per year
• Dedicated Staff Wellbeing programs, events and gym membership discounts
• Learning and development opportunities so our people can grow and thrive
• A Green Money program, that rewards our staff for taking simple everyday steps to a more substantiable and climate aware living

If you are ready to be part of our incredible organisation, and you think this role is the right fit for you, then we look forward to finding out more about you and what you would bring to this role.How to apply: * To discover more about the role and responsibilities review the Position Description on Bayside City Council Careers

• Provide a cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria and what has motivated you to apply for this role
• Click Apply to submit your application
• If you require any access or reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, then please do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager - your customer experience truly matters to us!

Applications close: Sunday 2 June 2024, 11:55pmIf you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any question, please contact Lisa Gallagher on 03 9599 4653 or via email lgallagher@bayside.vic.gov.auBayside City Council prides itself on its values of Respect Each Other, Own It, Work Together and Find Better Ways.Bayside City Council proudly acknowledges the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land, and we pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging as well as all Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community members with us today.We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment. We actively encourage applicants with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this opportunity.