• Department: Community Services
• Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
• Direct Reports: ISEP Coordinator; Ranger Coordinator; Tenancy Support Supervisor; Property Management Officer; FDRP Interns; Cultural Support Officer; SEWB Officer; Health Promotion Officer
• Key Internal Working Relationships: Chief Executive Officer, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Executive Team, FDRP’s, Other Corporation Employees
• Key External Working Relationships: Great Southern community, Government agencies, community service providers, industry stakeholders, training institutions
• Location: Albany - Travel may be required throughout the region of SAC
• Employment Terms: Fixed term, full time, senior management position.
  • This position is supported by grant funding, and as such, it is contingent upon the grant's continuation. Should the grant funding be reduced or terminated, the position may be subject to change, reduction in hours, or termination. may be subject to change, reduction in hours, or termination.

• Hours of Work: Full Time – 36.5 hours per week.
• Duration of contract: Two years from date of employment with an option to renew subject to agreement in writing by both the Employer and the Employee.
• Wages: In line with Level 7 of the Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Industry Award 2010, the Pay point will be negotiated with the option of salary sacrifice. Superannuation guarantee paid as legislated (currently 11.5%).

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this opportunity (under section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984)

About Us

Southern Aboriginal Corporation (SAC) are a leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that exists to support the unique and evolving needs of Aboriginal people. Our vision is to:

Step Up… Empower self-determination and Aboriginal led solutions

Stand Tall… Lead the way with cultural and business integrity

Walk Together… Build inclusive relationships, partnerships and community through mutual respect and empathy

This is achieved through:

• Implementing a Culturally Informed Trauma Integrated Healing Approach;
• Promoting Noongar social and cultural values;
• Providing a united voice for our community;
• Improving justice outcomes for survivors of family violence and sexual assault;
• Coordinating access to quality and affordable housing;
• Supporting better health outcomes; and
• Coordinating accessible programs and initiatives that build a solid foundation for future prosperity.

Our team operates across several regions throughout the Southern areas of Western Australia. We are committed to delivering a holistic wrap-around service model for our community and working collaboratively with other service organisations to provide the best care and outcomes for our people.

Our Values

Our pathway to achieving our vision is strengthened by our values and our cultural ways of working.

We step up...

• We empower our people through supporting self-determined and Aboriginal-led solutions which leads to building our people and our community.
• We promote equity and seeking justice for all by implementing a culturally informed trauma integrated healing approach which allows us to provide a culturally safe place and dignified service provision.
• We embrace change and new perspectives which helps us grow and make informed decisions.

We stand tall...

• We acknowledge and take pride in sharing where our journey started and how this influences our journey ahead.
• We embrace cultural integrity as a norm and inspire others to do the same.
• Our commitment to practicing good governance builds trust and faith in all that we do through operating with integrity, accountability and ethical business practices.

We walk together...

• We value relationships based on mutual respect and treat people with empathy and compassion.
• Through a community led approach we build partnerships by embracing collaboration and co-design principles.

About the Role

The Manager will be responsible for managing and supporting the implementation of funded projects. Projects may change depending on the services secured through funding. Current projects include:

1. First Nations Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) Service
2. Social & Emotional Wellbeing – Suicide Prevention
3. Health Promotions – Gnumaries Hurt
4. Indigenous Skills and Employment Program (ISEP)
5. Tenancy Support Service
6. Property Management
7. Aboriginal Ranger Service

About You

You are a motivated and committed person that has:

• Ability to effectively manage projects
• Ability to effectively manage service delivery
• Ability to manage tasks associated with staff training requirements
• Exercise creativity and innovation in the position to drive continuous improvement
• Ability to achieve work objectives in prescribed timeframes
• Ability to be flexible in work methods and adapt to a changing environment
• Strong ability to work and communicate with a wide variety of people and audiences including exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships

Essentially you will have:

• Relevant qualifications in Business Administration, Management, Social Work, Community Welfare or similar discipline
• Previous experience in coordinating and implementing similar service-based initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, respectfully and sensitively with Aboriginal people
• Demonstrated experience in effective community consultation / engagement with Aboriginal people, youth, children, community groups and organisations
• Demonstrated experience in working in partnership with relevant organisations / other stakeholders
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• High level computer skills to facilitate:
  • Communication (email, make appointments, document creation & reporting, entering data for financial management requirements)
  • Online Data Collection / keeping records / data collection
  • Undertaking and supporting Interns to study online
• Current WA ‘’C’ class driver’s licence
• Current First Aid certificate or a willingness to obtain one

It is desirable for you to hold:

• Accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (very highly regarded)
• An understanding of culturally informed approaches relating to Noongar people of the Great Southern area and their culture
• An understanding of approaches aligning to holistic healing

Mandatory

You must be prepared to undergo:

• A Prior Offender History Check.
• A Working with Children Check.
• A Working with Vulnerable People Registration.

For a copy of the Job Description that provides a detailed indication of key responsibilities, required outcomes, reporting and workplace culture requirements, please contact our People & Culture Coordinator by email at [email protected] using the subject line: Social & Emotional Wellbeing Manager - Albany enquiry via EthicalJobs or by phoning 0407 349 449.