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ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army Australia’s Homelessness Stream provides high-quality, person-centred services to people at risk, and or experiencing homelessness. We support adults and families, including accompanying children with accommodation, case management, outreach support, financial assistance, connection and referral to other specialist services
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Program Manager, at our Darwin location. Reporting to the State Manager, this is a permanent, full-time position. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS award level 7.
You will successfully
* Ensure high-quality, effective, client focused and responsive service delivery in accordance with the service delivery guidelines by providing leadership to staff in all day-to-day aspects of their roles.
* Monitor and review program and service delivery to ensure best practice and internal and external service needs are met.
* Ensure case management documentation, records and data is collected in line with TSA policy and procedure.
* TSA risk management policy and procedures are adhered to and monitored to ensure the safety and well-being of clients, employees and visitors, and the continuation of operations.
* Monitor financial performance to ensure annual budgets are met.
* Maintain and grow partnerships in housing and accommodation options.
* Maintain reporting requirements and acquittals.
You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)
* Degree level qualifications in a relevant field.
* Extensive relevant experience in a leadership role or equivalent in supported accommodation.
* Knowledge and experience within the homelessness and justice diversion programs.
* NT Working with Children Check.
* National Criminal History Check.
* Financial check.
* A current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain.
* A current NT driver’s license.
* Be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in Australia.
* Compulsory Code of Conduct, WHS and Bullying and Harassment training modules are completed and up to date
* Ability and willingness to be on call and work outside normal business hours, as required.
What we offer
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
* NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
* Flexible working conditions
* Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
* Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
* Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
* Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity
* Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
* Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
* Opportunity for career development;
* An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
* Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution