• Full-time, fixed term contract
• Leadership position based in Alice Springs
• Salary commencing at $103,299
• Generous employee benefits including 6 weeks annual leave and salary sacrifice

MacDonnell Regional Council is located in the centre of Australia. Covering 270,000sq km and with an estimated population approaching 7,000, it has a unique beauty with picturesque water holes, magnificent flora and fauna, red desert sands and rugged mountain ranges.

About the role

As Manager Aged and Disability Services you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of Council's aged care, disability support and school nutrition programs, ensuring that services are high quality, compliant, culturally appropriate and are reflective of community needs. You will also be responsible for the development of operational budgets and management of overall Aged and Disability Services program expenditure and compliance.

About you

Our successful candidate will ideally hold a Bachelor Degree in Health Science/Social Science/Allied Health or equivalent qualification and have a minimum of 5 years' experience in delivering aged care, disability services or community health programs. You will also have knowledge and experience in managing funding, Aged Care Quality Standards, a variety of diverse Aged Care programs, and have the ability to apply these programs to a remote Indigenous service.

MacDonnell Regional Council recognises and respects the region's unique Aboriginal culture and 78% of our workforce are Aboriginal, therefore an understanding and awareness of cultural impacts and sensitivities is essential.

This is a unique opportunity to play a lead role and have a genuine influence in helping Council improve the lives of our residents and communities, while also further developing your own skills base and career pathways. You will also enjoy the relaxed lifestyle that Alice Springs and regional Northern Territory offer.

For further information please contact Bhan Pratap, Director Corporate Services, by phoning (08) 8958 9600.

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