Assistant General Manager Family & Community Services
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Employed by our community, to work for our community: engaging, educating, and empowering individuals, families, and our community in their journey to self-determination.
MDAS has embarked on a commitment to become a leading Aboriginal organisation known for its ability to make a practical difference to client's lives, families and our community.
This is underpinned by our LORE which is the foundation stone of who we are, what we do and why we do it.
Our organisation's services, people and culture will be guided through strong leadership and engagement with community and MDAS teams.
Our Purpose
Healing, supporting, serving, and protecting our communities throughout the Mallee Region.
Healthy, resilient, and capable Aboriginal people and families who can be their very best selves and exercise true self determination.
Caring for, strengthening, empowering, motivating and guiding our Mob.
Your Role
The Assistant General Manager of Family and Community Services (AGM FCS) reports to the General Manager of Family and Community Services (FCS) and has specific responsibilities for managing the Youth Services and Therapeutic Services teams.
The AGM FCS will implement approved policies and programs, oversee financial management of the approved budget for FCS programs, and support the General Manager and other members of the Family and Community Services management team to achieve the approved MDAS Strategic Plan and Family and Community Services Annual Business Plan.
The AGMFCS ensures quality and safety are at the forefront of service provision, leading MDAS processes and practices, actively contributing to forums, raising areas of tension, risk and governance alongside possible strategies for resolution, mitigation and improvement.
A child safe, trauma informed lens will be applied to ensure the voices of community and families are respected and incorporated into all aspects of MDAS service delivery and professional practice. This position will be responsible for the operational supervision and management of the Family and Community Service management team and staff.
Key Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience and ability to communicate, consult, liaise and negotiate with a broad range of people both Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal people at all levels to achieve broad project objectives and goals.
Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people particularly those relevant to Family and Community. Knowledge of current national and state government strategies and initiatives. Comprehensive knowledge of the Child and Families Act 2005.
Ability to work independently under broad direction to plan activities and set priorities that achieve objectives and meet deadlines, often in a context of conflicting priorities.
Demonstrated ability to manage and lead direct reports in a manner that drives best performance for the individuals and the team.
Qualification/s:
Tertiary qualifications in Community Services, Health or Management.
Other Screening Requirements:
Valid Drivers License that allows you to drive in Australia.
Victorian Employee Working with Children Check card.
National Police Check.
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