About Northside Community Service

Established in 1976, Northside Community Service is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to serving the diverse needs of North Canberra and beyond. We are committed to social justice, diversity, and giving a voice to the marginalised. Our broad array of services includes early childhood education, aged care, youth programs, family support, housing initiatives, community development, outreach, and volunteer opportunities.

Position Overview: Director (Aged Care)

We are excited to offer a full-time, permanent opportunity for a Director of Aged Care at our Dickson ACT location. The Director will lead our Aged Care program, aligning with our strategic vision and complying with regulatory standards. This role focuses on delivering culturally inclusive services, emphasising ethical practices, and driving continuous quality improvement. The position demands innovative leadership to foster collaboration and strengthen partnerships both internally and externally. A deep commitment to the well-being of our clients is essential.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

For a detailed position description, please visit the 'Job Vacancies' section of our website at www.northside.asn.au.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Professional Registration: Holding a professional registration as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Registered Psychologist is highly advantageous.
• Expertise in Aged Care: Demonstrated expertise in leading aged care services, with a particular focus on effectively serving diverse cultural and linguistic communities.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage high-performing teams in environments characterised by trauma and vulnerability.

Benefits of Joining Northside

• Competitive salary range: $133,575 to $138,817 including superannuation.
• Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging options that increase your take-home pay.
• Generous leave entitlements including Personal/Carer's leave, Paid Holiday Shutdown, Paid Parental Leave, Study Leave, and more.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a supportive team environment.

Commitment to Safety and Inclusion

Northside Community Service is dedicated to child safety and adheres to strict recruitment processes to ensure this. Candidates must pass comprehensive screenings and will be inducted thoroughly into our safety protocols. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTIQA+ community, people with disabilities, and others.

To submit your application, click 'Apply Now'.

Confidential enquiries may be made by contacting Human Resources (02 6171 8000) or emailing [email protected] using the subject line: Director - Aged Care enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.