MANAGER

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Detail information about job MANAGER. Terms and conditions vacancy

Do you have a passion for working with an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation which promotes the strength and resilience of Aboriginal people through culturally appropriate healing.

Yorgum seeks interested persons in applying for the above position located in our East Perth office. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people strongly are encouraged to apply

About Yorgum:

Yorgum aims to offer Aboriginal people an autonomous, Aboriginal-specific community-based counselling and referral service that acknowledges the impact of colonisation on Aboriginal people.  

We provide an environment to enhance the healing process for Aboriginal individuals and their families experiencing emotional distress, and working towards empowerment collectively and individually.  

At all times we operate within the framework of the Aboriginal Terms of Reference and within the principles of trauma informed.  

About the Position:

The Manager of Family Support Services is employed by Yorgum Aboriginal Corporation to implement and strategically manage the organisation’s Family Support Services and new project development. 

The position will work collaboratively with local, state and federal government agencies, community organisations, community members and relevant stakeholders and partners to develop and implement new services supporting Aboriginal families and children in the Perth metropolitan area and selected country regions of Western Australia.

Selection Criteria:

Applicants must demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria listed below.

1.         Demonstrated experience in the leadership and supervision of teams in a multi-disciplinary setting, including motivating staff, coaching, providing feedback and leading reflective practice discussions.

2.         Demonstrated knowledge of Child Protection, Family Violence, Alcohol and Drugs services or other related services working with vulnerable children or families.

3.         Understanding of the impacts of inter-generational; trauma, grief and loss on Aboriginal families. 

4.         Demonstrated experience in engaging with Aboriginal families, community and services and listening and responding to their needs.

5.         Well-developed project management skills, including the ability to monitor and evaluate service performance and accountability measures.

6.         Experience in building and maintaining partnerships across Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal services, community and government agencies.

7.         Demonstrated advanced written and verbal communication skills.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

•           Relationship Building – Establishes and maintains relationships with people at all levels.

•           Drive and Commitment – Enthusiastic and committed. Demonstrates capacity for sustained effort and hard work.

•           Sets high standards of performance for self and others.

•           Ability to work with a high level of autonomy and accountability.

Essential Eligibility Requirements:

• Demonstrated and relevant experience in the social services
• Relevant computer skills in key Office software and applications
• Ability to work outside of standard business hours as required

• Current C Driver’s License
• Working with Children’s Check
• Police Clearance not less than six (6) months old

Benefits:

Yorgum offers an attractive remuneration and access to salary packaging benefits.

How to apply:

Applicants must address the selection criteria and email the completed application to [email protected]

Unsolicited referrals from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

Applications close: 

Monday 23 July 2018, 4.00pm WST

Further information:

For a confidential discussion about the position or to obtain the job description, please contact Laurel Sellers, CEO on 9218 9477 or alternatively email [email protected]

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