We have an exciting opportunity available for an innovative and experienced Operations Manager to work across Stride's headspace Hurstville and Miranda Teams. This is a unique opportunity that does not come around often!

About Us:

We are leaders in mental health service delivery, specialising in working with adults and young people, and in early childhood intervention.

Stride is a name that expresses our ambition – it’s a name that’s purposeful and shows awareness of the important role we play in the recovery journey.

As we embark on our next stage, join us to make a difference. We're here to Stride. 

About our service:

headspace Centres act as a one-stop-shop for young people who need help with mental health, physical health, alcohol and other drugs and/or work and study support.

On offer:

• Based across Hurstville & Miranda
• Full-time & Permanent
• Excellent Base Salary plus Super
• Leave loading at 17.5%
• Salary Packaging options (up to $15,899 tax free!)
• Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650!
• Paid parental leave
• Excellent training and development
• Stride Rewards – access to discounts from 100s of retailers (fashion, food and fitness)
• One paid wellbeing leave day per year
• Purchase up to 5 additional leave days in a 12 month period (pro rata entitlement if part-time)
• Supportive team environment

Role overview:

The Operations Manager is a member of Stride’s headspace NSW management team and the responsibilities of the role include contract management, performance & reporting, stakeholder and partnership engagement, management of the community engagement program and team, and of the Centre admin teams. Working closely with the Clinical Services Manager and Clinical Team Leaders, the Operations Manager is responsible for the overall management of two Centres. 

Requirements:

• Tertiary level education in a relevant discipline, i.e. Business, Education, Health or Human Services or extensive experience in a similar role
• Experience in strategic planning and complex program management.
• Demonstrated leadership & management in multidisciplinary and/or cross sector initiatives; including consultation, engagement & partnership with a wide range of professionals and organisations & stakeholders.
• Experience managing a team; as well as recruitment, orientation, performance reviews, staff disciplinaries, performance development & team building.
• Experience in the management of a service, including effectively identifying, planning, organising and allocating resources, in order to maximise operational efficiency and meet funding deliverables.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the principles of continuous quality improvement, including skills in the development of comprehensive policies and procedures, workplace health and safety systems and evaluation and risk management resources and tools.
• Highly developed communication, written & interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage with, establish and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of people.
• Understanding of the Australian health care system, key issues in primary health care, and the mental health service system.
• Must be eligible to apply/currently hold a WWCC 
• Must hold/be willing to apply for NDIS worker screening clearance 
• All successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of compliance with COVID-19 vaccination Public Health Orders

Apply now!

To apply click Apply Now to complete the online application form, attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role.

Applications will be viewed and actioned upon receipt.

For any queries please email [email protected] using the subject line: Operations Manager - headspace enquiry via EthicalJobs.