• Work with a for-purpose, community-owned organisation driven by values
• Manage programs that create opportunities for children, young people, and families
• Lead a team focused on outcomes

About The Family Centre

Creating opportunities for children, young people, and families, The Family Centre is a progressive, community-owned, social purpose organisation, driven by values and focused on outcomes.

The Family Centre work in genuine partnership with community members and groups, non-government organisations, government agencies, and businesses, to make a difference. The work leads to progressive, measurable, and sustainable social change.

The Role – Manager Child, Youth and Family – Byron/ Ballina Shire

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Child, Youth & Family Services. The Manager Child, Youth and Family will lead a skilled team changing the lives of families in early intervention, intensive family support and youth and family mental health programs.

As The Manager – Child, Youth and Family you will

• Mentor, coach, induct and train team members, providing exceptional leadership
• Manage programs, campaigns, projects, and contracts in accordance with funding, ensuring quality service
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships, regularly liaise with government, non-government, businesses, and other community organisations
• Work closely with The Senior Manager to develop, deliver and evaluate relevant programs
• Preparation of reports, facilitate review and program development meetings
• Regular monitoring and reviewing of case plans in conjunction with staff
• Coordinate and participate in community events
• Maintenance of service records and reports

Your Skills and Attributes

• Degree in social work, psychology, social science, or related field
• Passionate about the future of our community and driven to make a difference
• Previously worked in senior management, strong leadership skills
• Experience working in diverse community sectors including children, young people, families, and carers
• High-level computer and database skills
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
• Analytical and strategic mindset
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, national employment standards, workplace health and safety legislation, and SCHADS award

Rewards & Benefits

• 35-hour work week
• Generous salary packaging
• Above award conditions
• Leadership programs
• Additional leave days

How to Apply

If you are a strong leader, driven to create opportunities in the community, please send you current CV and a cover letter expressing your interest.

The Family Centre actively encourages applicants from diverse groups and communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities to apply.

The Family Centre have the support from Beaumont People in recruiting this role. Please direct all enquiries to Amelia Martin [email protected] using the subject line: Programs Manager - Child, Youth and Family - Byron / Ballina Shire enquiry via EthicalJobs at Beaumont People.