Our Client, a leading NFP Community Organisation , is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Leader - Community Living, to join their team based in the Newcastle /Maitland region
This role will involve;
- Managing multiple sites across the Newcastle /Maitland region and ensure that staff are supported and mentored to deliver the best service for the customers
- Liaise regularly with a variety of stakeholders such as CEO, HR, government agencies & health professionals
- Present ideas and solutions in order to improve services and attract new participants
- Manage all staffing requirements ensuring best practice at all times
- Mentor, train and recruit new team members to ensure an above average standard of service delivery
- Building relationships with families and carers and promoting open lines of communication between all parties .
- Contribute to the development of the SIL team by being positive , proactive and passionate about your role
The requirements for this role include;
- A genuine passion when working with clients in order for them to feel empowered to achieve their goals.
- A qualification related to people services is required however your experience and personality is what will make you successful.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written - you will be joining a vibrant team!
- Be part of a growing organisation where your voice, ideas and solutions are heard and actioned
- Previous experience supporting people with complex needs and challenging behaviours including mental health and cognitive disability
- Demonstrated financial management, planning and budgeting skills
- An ability to give strategic leadership to a diverse team of experienced and passionate workers .
- Amazing report writing skills and the ability to produce quality reports and submissions.
Additional Information;
A number of probity checks are required including holding a current working with children and undertaking a National police checks.
To apply hit APPLY NOW to submit your application or for a confidential discussion OR to find out more about the role please call Paula on 02 9218 2428 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - Community Living enquiry via EthicalJobs.