About the role– Permanent Full-Time– Mount Gambier

In this diverse role you will be responsible for providing management and leadership to all employees and services within the Limestone Coast region. The Area Manager will be crucial to managing positive stakeholder engagement and proactively seek new business and initiatives in collaboration with the Senior Manager.

Baptist Care SA provides 24/7 care as we work with vulnerable and at-risk children, young people and adults with special needs, disability and/or challenging behaviours.

You will also support our Tumbelin program which is an exciting adventure-based experiential-learning program for young people.

Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Monitor budgets, undertake reporting and tracking of expenditure.
• Ensure effective operational management and delivery of services in the Limestone Coast that are client focused, safe, culturally appropriate and meet all legislative and contract requirements.
• Develop a sustainable workforce plan for the region in line with organisational requirements, ensuring services are adequately staffed with effective coverage of rosters.
• Support team well-being and facilitate a positive culture.

About you:

As a successful leader you will be at ease in building new relationships and adding value to existing. You will easily land on your feet within a strong team of two reports and supporting three additional coordinators, and work in a close knit community in regional South Australia.

This will be a dynamic role supporting three diverse pathways so experience in community services or relevant industry will be highly regarded. Above all, you share our values and embrace any opportunity to make the lives of South Australia’s most vulnerable better in any way you can.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Relevant tertiary and/or post graduate qualifications and experience in the field of community services with an emphasis on experience in providing care to clients in a residential and community settings.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience working with vulnerable and at-risk children, young people and adults with special needs, disability and/or challenging behaviours.
• Experience in leading teams, performance management of staff.
• Experience in procurement, budgeting and tracking expenditure.

Specific Requirements:

Baptist Care SA is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable people and as such applicants will be considered in accordance with our safety practices and suitability.

You will be required to have, or be willing to obtain:

• A current and valid DHS: Child-Related Employment Screening/ WWCC
• A current and valid National Police Clearance
• Training – Child Safe Environments
• Training – Apply First Aid (min HLTAID012)
• Approved Psychological Suitability Assessment
• Ability and willingness to travel within South Australia as required
• A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Ability to work across a 24/7 roster
• A valid full South Australian drivers’ license (C Class)
• A fully insured and roadworthy compliant vehicle (roadworthy check required) is preferable.

About us:

Baptist Care SA works collaboratively with South Australians from all walks of life. We provide Camping and Adventure Programs, Disability Services, Homelessness Services, Out of Home Care and Youth, Family and Community Programs.

We are committed to finding a way forward for everyone we serve and supporting them to achieve their life goals. We find ways to make people's lives better.

Why work with us?

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Level 7.1) + super
• Salary packaging in addition to increase your take home pay 
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees cultural and community obligations, including NAIDOC Leave and up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to manager at Rosalie Pace on [email protected], using the subject line: Area Manager Limestone Coast - Community Services - Limestone Coast Region enquiry via EthicalJobs, for a confidential discussion.

A position description is attached.

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the closing date – applications may also close before this date.