Welcome to Relationships Australia Northern Territory

Relationships Australia Northern Territory (RA-NT) is a community-based, not-for-profit, non-government organisation providing a broad range of services, which are for all members of the community regardless of religion, belief, age, gender, sexual orientation, lifestyle choice, cultural background or economic circumstances.

Purpose:

We empower individuals, families, and communities to grow through a rich culture of belonging, connection, and respectful relationships.

About the role

This position is an integral part of the RA-NT leadership team, responsible for the management oversight of the Community Wellbeing Team (CWT). The CWT is made up of multiple programs, with direct line management of employees and programs.

The programs administered by this team place a significant emphasis on Children’s counselling and robust case management practices, ensuring effective coordination of services. Furthermore, the team is dedicated to community outreach initiatives, actively engaging with and reaching out to the community to provide support.

This position reports to the Director Practice Quality. Strong leadership acumen is essential, as is the ability to operate strategically, whilst fostering continuous process improvement, ensuring high ethical standards, and cross collaboration of efforts across the RA-NT leadership group.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary + Super + Salary Sacrifice (up to $15,899 for tax free benefits and $2,650 p/a for entertainment benefits).
• Relocation support of up to $4,000.
• Generous Professional Development allowance and study leave.
• 5 weeks annual leave pro rata.
• 3 additional days leave between Christmas and New Year.
• EAP for employees and family members.
• Cultural Fitness Training.
• Wellness Day off, per financial year.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology or another relevant qualification.
• Proven experience in leading teams, managing people, and participating in organisational continuous improvement processes.
• Ability to influence outcomes, and drive teams within an environment adhering to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Working knowledge of risk management principles, both from a people and organisational perspective.

Requirements

• A satisfactory Northern Territory working with children check.
• A satisfactory national criminal history check.
• Possession of a current NT Driver's License.
• A commitment to our Safeguarding Children Practice and Behaviour Guidelines.

How to apply

To apply please submit a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and an up-to-date Resume including two Referees.

To discuss the position further, please contact Human Resources on [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - Community Wellbeing Team enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications will be processed as received and only successful candidates will be contacted.

A full Position Description can be viewed on the Relationships Australia Northern Territory website.

Relationships Australia NT encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.