Job description Wesley Dalmar Children’s Services Full-time position 12-month contract Based out of our Port Macquarie office Generous salary packaging including fully maintained vehicle Eligibility list for future full-time/part-time positions About us Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services. Our Vision is “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.” About the role Wesley Mission has a long established history in providing Out of Home Care across NSW. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work with Children and Young people in our Out Of Home Care programs. This position is responsible for leading a team of Case managers and future development of the programs in the area. Essential criteria Degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, Psychology or related discipline Flexible working hours including some evenings and weekends Current unrestricted driver’s licence Experience in leading teams Demonstrated ability to write reports to a professional standard with excellent verbal and written skills Experience working with children and families and/or in the OOHC field Previous experience in Staff supervision Ability to work as a part of a team and independently Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications Demonstrated conflict resolution skills and experience managing difficult behaviours Knowledge of NSW Out-of-Home Care Standards and a commitment to maintaining accreditation Desirable criteria Knowledge of therapeutic care frameworks Remuneration Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. The agency provides regular supervision and support for all staff and opportunities for professional development. Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued. The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number and criminal history record check). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Please find a copy of the Position Description here.
