The Opportunity

This Fixed Term, Full Time role, until 31 December 2021, is responsible for the day to day management of the Safe House in Wyndham, leading the team of staff, managing their roster. assess client cases, providing them with care and support. Must be responsible for the Safe House Building and its assets and must be able to manage a tight budget. Also work with funding bodies and the relevant stakeholders to ensure the service delivery is managed within the policies and procedures of Ngnowar Aerwah Aboriginal Corporation, and according to relevant funding contracts with external agencies.

About Us

The Ngnowar-Aerwah Aboriginal Corporation is a Substance Misuse service located in Wyndham, providing four main services; Residential Rehabilitation, Sobering up Shelter and Night Patrol, a Community Centre and a Women’s Safe House. The Ngnowar-Aerwah Aboriginal Corporation Board is responsible for the governance of the organisation. The Board members are elected by the membership and meet monthly. The Safe House Manager, reports to the Services Manager, who reports to the CEO.

The Ideal Candidate:

To be successful in this position, you will have experience managing community service programs with an understanding of issues associated with Domestic Violence and drugs and alcohol. You will have the flexibility to be able to work out of office hours if required and will have excellent written, verbal and teamwork skills to manage relationships with stakeholders, funding bodies, relevant government departments. You will have experience with, and a strong commitment to, working with Aboriginal people and an understanding of their needs and issues. Ideally you will have experience in the delivery of services for people who are affected by the use of alcohol and other drugs, and may have qualifications in the domestic violence and homelessness related fields. If you fit these requirements, we encourage you to apply.

What we Offer

A total minimum base salary of $80,000 per annum is offered depending on your qualifications and experience. Five weeks Annual Leave and generous Salary Packaging benefits are offered. As Ngnowar Aerwah is a Public Benevolent Institution and a remote area employer, they are able to offer a range of benefits to employees based on individual circumstances. These benefits include; 6 weeks Annual Leave with Loading, Annual Leave travel reimbursement, reimbursement for relocation and a comprehensive range of salary sacrificing benefits, including rental and Mortgage interest reimbursement.