ADSSI Limited has provided home and community services for over 35 years. Spanning across four locations in the Hunter and the Central Coast, we're a big organisation loaded with career opportunities, ranging from entry-level and traineeships to corporate and executive roles.
Together, our brands (Adssi In-home Support, Beresfield Community Care, Dungog & District Neighbourcare and Maitland Community Care Services) are an award-winning workplace. We deliver in-home aged and disability care services, including household help, personal care, respite, shopping, allied therapies, nursing, transport, social and community access, home modifications and maintenance.
Through our programs and a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, we support thousands of Australians to remain living safely and independently in their home and the local community.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and strategic Manager – Community Programmes & Volunteering to lead impactful community services across the Hunter and Central Coast regions.
This is a leadership role for someone passionate about making a real community impact, empowering volunteers, and leading high-performing teams.
In this role, you will shape and oversee programs that help older people, people living with disability, and carers remain connected, supported and independent in their communities.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support coordinators delivering Community Transport, Meals on Wheels, and social activity programs
* Identify opportunities to grow or enhance community programs to better meet local needs
* Oversee community programs that promote connection and independence
* Strengthen and grow a sustainable volunteer network that supports community service delivery
* Build strong partnerships with councils, community organisations, and key stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with Aged Care, NDIS, transport, and WHS standards
* Foster a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team culture
About You
You’re a purpose-driven, hands-on leader with strategic vision and practical problem-solving skills. You build strong relationships, inspire your team and volunteers, and are genuinely committed to improving the lives of people in your community.
Essential
* Tertiary qualifications in Community Development, Social Work, Human Services, Management or related field (or equivalent experience)
* Experience leading volunteer programs or volunteer engagement initiatives
* Knowledge of Aged Care and/or NDIS standards
* Understanding of Community Transport and Meals on Wheels services
* Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
* A Current Driver’s License
* Immunisation History Statement
* Comprehensive screening and background check will apply
Desirable
* Experience with grant writing or funding applications
* Project management experience, including development of business cases
Special Considerations:
* Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for community meetings or events.
* Travel across the Central Coast and Hunter regions will be required
Why work with ADSSI?
* Eligible for $15,900 not-for-profit salary packaging plus a $2,600 meal entertainment card annually.
* Continuous learning and development opportunities to build a personalised career pathway.
* Employees are also provided with a uniform, PPE, access to flexible working conditions, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a paid ADSSI day each year.
* 2023 X-Ref Best Workplace Award
Closing Date: Monday, 13th April :59pm
We support diversity and inclusion in all our workplaces.
We are situated on Darkinjung, Wonnarua, Awabakal and Gringai lands and acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land. We pay our respects to the Elders, past, present, and future, and recognise their continuing connection and contribution to this land.