Organisation : Mallee Family Care
Location : VIC Regional (Mildura)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Community Support Services, Families
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 17 Jan, 2018
About the organisation
About the role
This position is responsible for the management, development, maintenance and supervision of the agency’s Family Services in the Mallee. Program delivered include:
• Home Based Care
• Foster Care
• Circle Program
• Integrated Family Services
• Refugee Minor Program
• Family Preservation
• Stronger Families
• Cradle to Kinder
This position is responsible for the direct support and supervision of the Team leader Home Based Care, Team Leader Integrated Family Services, Team Leader Placement Prevention & Reunification and Team Leader Family Services (Southern Mallee).
The Manager Family Services Vic will assist the Senior Management of Mallee Family Care.
The incumbent will be required to:
• Know and understand all systems and activities associated with Family Services.
• Maintain and enhance these systems and their ability to meet the goals of the organisation. Lead and coach staff and encourage best practice.
• Have a detailed knowledge of the DHHS (Department of Health and Human Services) minimum standards for the CSO (Community Service Organisation’s).
• Ensure that the systems fulfil the highest possible standards in compliance, accountability and prudent use of resources.
• Develop and foster good working relations with Government and other partner agencies.
• Act in keeping with the values of Mallee Family Care.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Tertiary qualifications relevant to human services, with experience in management.
• Demonstrated experience in Family Services initiatives and management within the not for profit sector.
• Experience in managing the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Willingness to undertake additional training and participate in supervision.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills and experience in developing and motivating staff.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Manager Family Services Victoria via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services, #Families