Exciting Leadership Role within NDIS!

• Fixed term part time until June 2019- 30hrs/wk Flexible
• Location: Sawtell or Port Macquarie (Mid North Coast NSW)
• Great opportunity to get mentored
• Excellent hourly rate

About Mission Australia

Mission Australia is a non-denominational Christian charity that has been helping vulnerable Australians move towards independence for more than 155 years.

Every day we support people nationwide by combatting homelessness, assisting disadvantaged families and children, addressing mental health issues, fighting substance dependencies and much more.

We're generously supported by our funders, partners and tens of thousands of everyday Australians, who make the work of our tireless volunteers and staff possible.

The role:

Mission Australia is the Lead Agency for Partners in Recovery (PIR) – North Coast NSW. Partners in Recovery aims to support people with severe and persistent mental health issues with complex needs, and their carers and families.

This position supports the Program Manager in the operations of PIR. Exciting opportunity to take the next step into project coordination, presenting and provide training and workshops for PIR.

Duties:

• Program Coordination – Within a team environment undertake monthly reviews and regular monitoring activities to ensure  quality  program delivery,  Support the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic planning activities and processes for the successful transition of PIR participants to the NDIS
• Staff Support- Identify, coordinate and facilitate  training and development activities for staff
• Relationship management – develop and maintain relationships with external community stakeholders, community members and service providers

 Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience in relationship and contract management
• A solid understanding of the mental health service system in the region including clinical and non-clinical services
• Knowledge of mental health policy and legislation, including the National mental health standards
• Cross cultural competence and demonstrated understanding of the current and historical issues impacting the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Desirable: Knowledge of / willing to learn about the NDIS and the processes

This role can be located in Sawtell or Port Macquarie, and will require some travel across the Mid and North Coast.

As part of our Employment screening process you will be required to undertake a National criminal history check.

In addition there is a requirement to possess a current Working with Children check or apply if you do not already hold one. It is unlawful for prohibited persons to apply for work with children, and, as such, prohibited persons cannot apply for this role.

Please note that a consortium partner / independent panel member will be involved in the recruitment process for this position and hence your application will be shared with a representative from this organisation.

Benefits  

• Not for Profit Salary Packaging benefits which reduces your taxable income (details via Advantage)
• Discounted health care with Medibank Private
• Employee discounts with hotels, travel insurance, and major retailers
• Free, confidential counselling service

For further information regarding working with us visit Working for Mission Australia.

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Mission Australia is dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. Learn about our Reconciliation Action Plan.