• Full time position 38 hours per week
• Maximum term role until June 2020
• Based in Kalgoorlie, WA

Who are we

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.

About the role

This position is responsible for managing a staffing team including casual, full-time and part-time staff at the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Aboriginal Short Stay Accommodation facility. This facility provides safe, temporary and culturally appropriate accommodation for Aboriginal people (with a priority given to people from the Spinifex Lands) who wish to visit Kalgoorlie-Boulder for personal reasons.

The position is responsible for the day to day supervision of the workers and for ensuring that the facility is maintained to a high standard of safety and cleanliness.

What you will bring

• Understanding and respect for Aboriginal culture and the ability to work effectively alongside Aboriginal people at the facility and in the community.
• Knowledge of the issues that contribute to the social, emotional, physical, spiritual and cultural wellbeing of Aboriginal people and the communities in the region.
• Strong staff and team management skills and the ability to manage, mentor and support staff effectively.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation and requirements and the ability to implement and maintain appropriate safety, security and maintenance procedures in a 24 hour residential environment.

Benefits

Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work that you do will help improve outcomes for vulnerable people. Red Cross offers generous salary packaging benefits and flexible working arrangements.

For further enquiries please see position description below or contact Shantel Van Maanen on 0478 478 120.

Position Description:  Position Description - KASSA Team Leader.docx