Make your mark:

The Program Manager provides operational management and leads the implementation of evidence-based programs, sector reform and high-quality innovative practice across a suite of Family Services and Community Services programs based at our Preston or Broadmeadows office. These programs include Family Support Services, Family Preservation and Reunification, Family Violence and a range of programs supporting local community.

Duties and responsibilities:

The role also involves promoting strong partnerships with key stakeholders to improve system responses for vulnerable families and community. This position is a member of the North Metro Management team and actively participates in strategic planning, shared learnings, implementing reform and quality practice within Anglicare Victoria. 

For more specific information about the program, position and key responsibilities, please view the position description attached here:  Client Services Program Manager CS SM ICB 052023 V1.1 (10).pdf

The skills you will use day to day:

• Experience leading teams in a previous management position
• Experience working with vulnerable families (in any context)
• A desire to bring new ideas to the table
• Ability to work closely with stakeholders and discuss complex cases
• Strong leadership skills
• Knowledge and understanding of Child Protection
• In depth understanding of family systems
• In depth knowledge of theory relating to trauma, abuse and neglect.
• Ability to manage program budgets

Why Choose Anglicare Victoria?

Life’s made of moments. Anglicare Victoria faces them head on. Moments of crisis, moments of change, moments of magic. Moments that make up the everyday, or change the course of a person’s life. Some are quiet, some are loud. Some are happy, some are sad. Whether fire or flood. Belief or despair. Joy or grief. We’re there.

Day in, day out, vulnerable people and families lean on Anglicare Victoria through these moments - from childhood to parenthood, and all the messy bits in between.

 What makes this such a great role for you:

• A total remuneration package of $165,168.55 (this includes superannuation)
• Office location could be Preston or Broadmeadows.
• A culture that promotes teamwork, working together to achieve better outcomes.
• We are the leading provider of family services in Victoria.
• We have the most diverse range of evidence-based and evidence informed models in the state.
• An opportunity for you to think differently.
• We take the Health and Wellbeing of our people seriously offering a Well Worth It! Program, EIP and EAP.
• Access to discounted health insurance as well!
• A diverse and inclusive workplace for you to feel safe, acknowledged and included.
• Our people are our biggest asset, we will support you to progress your career with a dedicated L&D team.

What our people say. “I really love the organisation. We’re always looking at new and innovative ways to do things - things like evidence-based models, being solutions-based in ways that we could solve problems. We really do innovate and you do feel like you're valued in terms of your contributions.” 

Ready to take the next step?

The advert is only supposed to be an overview. To discuss the details of the role or to ask any questions please reach out to Amanda Stacey via email using the subject line "Program Manager enquiry" at [email protected] using the subject line: Program Manager Family & Community Services enquiry via EthicalJobs.

To apply for this position all you need to do is click 'Apply Now' and attach a resume and a brief cover letter that describes your motivation to apply.

If shortlisted we may ask you to address a Key Selection Criteria before interview. 

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.