This is a Local Service Manager role with UnitingCare Queensland based in Bundaberg Central, QLD, AU UnitingCare Queensland Role Seniority - mid level More about the Local Service Manager role at UnitingCare Queensland Service Manager | Family Relationship Centre | Bundaberg Employment Term: Permanent full-time Location: Bundaberg Remuneration: $119k Super NFP salary packaging of up to $15,900 $2,650 for meals & entertainment Make a meaningful difference with UnitingCare At UnitingCare we are leaders in crisis response, the protection of vulnerable people and children, financial resilience and family wellbeing. Our FaDS (Family and Disability Services) team work passionately across Queensland to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. As a Service Manager, you’ll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about. Let’s make a meaningful difference, together! Your part in our UnitingCare Queensland team We are currently seeking a Service Manager to join our Family Relationship Centre team based in Bundaberg on a full-time basis. In this position, you will manage the day-to-day operations of our service in the Wide Bay region and provide professional leadership to employees with emphasis on delivery of high quality, best practice service delivery. Please note this position may include some regional travel. What makes a difference for us? Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g. Social Work, Psychology or Social Science) Demonstrated experience in leading a team to achieve service performance outcomes together with an ability to provide quality supervision and training. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders Current drivers’ licence A current Blue Card or willingness to make an application for one A willingness to undergo a criminal history check Preferred: Experience Managing a funded program What makes a difference for you? Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance NFP Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: Salary Packaging Explained A recognition and rewards platform , providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme Diversity and inclusive leave , offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others We’d love you to be part of our UnitingCare family Joining our FaDS, team, you’ll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. The second-largest Queensland employer, we’re a proud not-for-profit with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than 100 years. Child safe, Child friendly UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will: provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur abide by the Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct Scheme Diversity & Inclusion Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. Safe workplace We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety. Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed in creating services and workplaces that are welcoming and safe for every person. We work together to protect children, young people, adults and the elderly from harm within our services and the communities we support. We speak up for their safety to ensure their voices are heard. Our recruitment and workplace practices reflect our dedication in preventing abuse, harm and exploitation across UnitingCare. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the UnitingCare Queensland team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ⚙️ Managing day-to-day operations Providing professional leadership Developing collaborative partnerships Key Strengths Tertiary qualification in a relevant field Experience managing a funded program Demonstrated experience in leading a team Experience providing services in a Family Relationship Centre ️ Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner accreditation A Final Note: This is a role with UnitingCare Queensland not with Hatch.
