Contract role commencing as soon as possible until 30 September 2025, with the possibility of ongoing employment depending on funding.Applications must be received by 5pm 13th October, 2024. About the Brain Injury Association of Tasmania: Established in 1998, the Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT) provides a public voice for all Tasmanians impacted by brain injury.It is a non-government, state-wide, not-for-profit organisation recognised as having specialist knowledge of brain injury and its effects on individuals, families and communities.Organisational Values: BIAT's Organisational Values are designed to assist in guiding staff behaviour in terms of how we interact with members, participants, stakeholders, and the community during our day-to-day operations and service delivery.What BIAT Offers:BIAT offers a dynamic and supportive workplace, including:Employee Assistance ProgramSalary packagingAbout the JustACE Program: The JustACE Program engages people with cognitive impairment (PWCI) involved with the criminal justice system (CJS) as suspects/defendants/offenders.The program aims to build the capacity of PWCI to live safe, independent, and meaningful lives in the community through creating positive connections, relationships, and sustainable networks of support.Position Summary: The Program Manager - JustACE is responsible for the overall management and coordination of the JustACE Program, including the supervision of the Case Facilitators.The role requires strategic oversight of program operations, staff management, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring that the program meets its objectives in alignment with BIAT's mission and values.Key Duties: Oversee the implementation and delivery of the JustACE Program, ensuring it aligns with strategic goals and meets the needs of participants.Develop, monitor, and review program policies, procedures, and guidelines.Ensure program activities comply with relevant legislation, standards, and funding requirements.Manage and coordinate the intake process for program referrals and enquiries, ensuring timely and appropriate responses to all potential participants and stakeholders.Assess the suitability of referrals and ensure that individuals meet the program's criteria, making informed decisions about their acceptance into the program.Staff Supervision, Development, and Support: Provide leadership, supervision, and support to Justice program staff, including regular performance reviews, professional development opportunities, and team meetings.Provide supervision and oversight for BIAT staff engaged in direct service delivery.Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance team environment.Oversee and identify professional development opportunities on program methodologies, risk management, and other relevant areas.Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, community organisations, and legal services.Represent BIAT and the JustACE Program at meetings, forums, and public events.Advocate for the needs and rights of program participants at a policy and systemic level.Operational Management: Manage the program budget, including monitoring expenditures and ensuring financial accountability.Oversee data collection, reporting, and evaluation processes to assess program outcomes and impact.Ensure the safety and well-being of participants and staff, including the development of risk management strategies.Quality Assurance and Improvement: Lead the continuous improvement of the program through regular evaluation and feedback mechanisms.Ensure compliance with BIAT's quality assurance frameworks.Minimum Requirements: Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (e.g., social work, psychology, criminology).Demonstrated experience in program management within the human services or criminal justice sector.Strong leadership and team management skills.Full and valid driver's license with the ability to travel as required.Experience working with people with cognitive impairment or brain injury.Selection criteria: Demonstrated experience in managing human services programs, particularly in the criminal justice sector.Strong leadership and team management capabilities.Proven ability to engage and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.High-level financial management skills.Applications should address the selection criteria to be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr