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Organisation : The Junction Neighbourhood Centre

Location : Sydney (Glebe)

Work type : Full-time

Sector : Aged Care & Seniors

Salary type : Annual Package

Application closing date : 22 Mar, 2021

About the organisation

Organisation Name : The Junction Neighbourhood Centre

About The Junction Neighbourhood Centre

Strengthening communities and building connections

 

Our Statement of Purpose

We believe that being socially connected improves people’s wellbeing. We listen to our local communities and work with them to deliver critical services and opportunities for social connection.

 

Our Vision

To be a leading provider in South Eastern Sydney of services that enhance the wellbeing and resilience of individuals and communities with the best quality service delivery.

 

What We Do

The Junction Neighbourhood Centre (JNC) provides a diverse range of community services and programs for the communities in Eastern Sydney, with a focus on people who are socially isolated, disadvantaged and vulnerable.  As a not for profit organisation operating for over 45 years, the focus of our work is strengthening communities and creating connections. We have community centres in Maroubra, Glebe and Bondi Junction which provide community information and places for the community to meet and participate in a wide range of groups, classes and programs.  We have capacity building projects targeting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and people who are socially isolated.  We also offer specialised services for older people and their carers, for families with children under 13 and learning and development services for agencies in the region.

 

More details about our programs and services can be found at www.jnc.org.au

 

Our values and practices

 

Values

Practices

Accountability & Professionalism

We are evidence based and outcomes focused

We deliver quality client services with accountability for our work.

Social Justice

We work to enable fair and equitable access

We take an holistic approach to well-being and focus on the whole person.

We are person-centred and work with people to build individual resilience using enabling and strength-based approaches.

Participation

We encourage people to participate and engage in community life so that they have a say and retain control over their lives.

Respect

We provide culturally appropriate, safe and accessible services where strengths, capabilities and diversity are acknowledged and valued.

We strengthen our commitment to reconciliation.

Collaboration

We work with others to build community resilience and connectedness.

Courage

We are committed to our purpose and vision even in the face of adversity

How we work together – Core Principles for the JNC staff team

 

Principle

Key behaviors

 

Professionalism and accountability

§   We deliver quality client services and provide exceptional customer service.

§   We account for our work, accept responsibility for our own performance and disclose results in a transparent manner.

§   We take responsibility for our own actions and behaviors.

§   We all comply with JNC’s policies and procedures.

 

Learning and growth

§   We adapt to our changing environment, adopt new ways of doing business, and respond to challenges as opportunities.

§   We take initiative in keeping our professional skills and knowledge up-to-date.

§   We continually improve through innovation and creativity.

§   We are proactive in our work and learn from our experiences.

§   We each contribute to organisational sustainability.

 

 

Working together as one team

§   We build trust with a focus on integrity.

§   We create safe spaces to communicate, voice and hear opinions and ideas and commit to the final decision or outcome.

§   We value and support each other, acknowledge individual strengths and celebrate individual achievements.

§   We share information, knowledge and skills across the organization.

§   We actively demonstrate our commitment to common team goals.

§   We participate equally and cooperatively in partnerships.

 

Respect

§   We enable a positive, inclusive and fair workplace.

§   We are mindful of, and value, the diversity of our staff, clients and communities.

§   We treat each other and our clients with dignity at all times.

 

Cultural inclusiveness

§   We abide by the principles of Cultural Safety, developing and demonstrating awareness and acceptance of culture, identity and beliefs.

§   We incorporate this awareness into workplace practices so that staff and clients feel safe, respected and valued.

§   We accept mutual responsibility for sharing relevant knowledge, meaning and experiences to support our inclusive culture.

 

About the role

 Aged Services Manager in progressive community services organisation

 

  • Career opportunity with work-life balance

  • Well-established provider of community services

  • Above award pay and conditions with salary packaging, commensurate with experience

The JNC is a values-driven organisation, with social justice, respect and collaboration being just three of its core work practices.   You will join a team of creative, fun people who value innovation, career development and making a difference in the community.  JNC staff say they feel well supported in the workplace, with flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.

 

Your next career move as Aged Services Manager will give you the exposure and experience you need for a senior leadership role in the future.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape in-home service design and delivery with the client experience at the fore, for both Home Care Packages and the CHSP.  You will lead a talented, committed team and oversee all day-to-day operations and reporting.

 

To be successful in this role, you will bring solid experience delivering community aged care services and programs and strong knowledge of current aged services reforms, including consumer-directed care.  You will have a supportive, collaborative leadership style and experience in developing teams to reach their potential.  Your well-developed communication skills will stand you in good stead in engaging with internal and external stakeholders.  You will be well organised and able to juggle priorities.

 

Sound like you?  Please apply in writing with a cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role. Please briefly address the selection criteria as outlined in the information pack, as well as including your full resume. Please send this to recruitment@jnc.org.au

 

The JNC is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity across its workforce.

Previous applicants need not apply.

 

Closing date: Monday, 22 March 2021 at 9 am. Interviews will be held on Thursday, 25 March 2021.

 

Contact Janet Green on 0416 642 867 or Anna Hartree on 0409 652 429 for an initial chat

 

 

How to apply

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