Management role working with the CHOICES & Aged Care Services

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Full Time Position

This is an exciting opportunity to oversee an energised and committed team of staff working within Marymead CatholicCare’s Aged Care services. The role will oversee the SINC (CHSP) and Home Care Packages teams and support workers who are committed to delivering a quality service across the portfolio. Working within the Aged Care programs and across the ACT and NSW, this role offers variety of tasks and the opportunity for growth and development.    We are currently seeking a Program Manager to work within the CHOICES & Aged Care Service. We are looking for someone with a commitment and understanding of person-centred care and has a track record of working collaboratively with their team to enhance consumer and service outcomes. This role is responsible for the oversight of services delivered to individuals who are aging and receiving support through the Seniors in Networked Communities Program (SINC) and the Home Care Program.

The Role

You will provide support and leadership to a group of skilled staff and support workers who provide a range of high-quality services, information, and support to our consumers. The Program Manager will ensure compliance with program contractual requirements and legislation, this includes individual service agreements with participants as well as government contracts and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders within both the disability and mental health sectors. If you would like to work with us to make a positive difference in people’s lives - we want to hear from you!

What we offer

Rewarding opportunities exist for enthusiastic people seeking meaningful careers; helping people in the wider community in a diverse range of program areas. Marymead CatholicCare's employment benefits include a generous salary packaging option, free parking, and professional development in a family friendly environment.

About us

Marymead CatholicCare Canberra & Goulburn is the social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn, providing person-centred services across the lifespan, making a positive difference to those in need.

Ideal person

The ideal person we are looking for has:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Community Services or Aged Care
• Knowledge and understanding of the aged care sector, knowledge of CHSP and HCP is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in change management, specifically in terms of reviewing programs and implementing new systems and processes.
• Ability to liaise and advocate with various stakeholders.
• Highly developed problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated capacity for sound work organisation and effective use of time.

To be considered for this role you will be also required to hold:

• a current driver’s licence, and
• a current Working with Vulnerable People card.
• You will also be required to undergo a National Police Check.

To Apply

To apply you must:

• Attach an updated resume.
• Address each area above in a covering letter (no more than 2 pages).

Applications that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered.

Please send your applications to:  Mitzi Polacsek [email protected]

Closing Date: Sunday 29 October 2023

Marymead CatholicCare Canberra & Goulburn has a commitment to child safeguarding and zero tolerance to child abuse. Marymead CatholicCare Canberra and Goulburn is committed to equal opportunity in employment, and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.