About Us
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service, which provides culturally appropriate, family centred, primary health care services to the communities and people of Cape York.
About the Opportunity
The Outreach Wellbeing Programs Manager role is to manage and oversee programs and services delivered by the Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Outreach Services Team to ensure they are delivered in an effective, efficient and accountable manner, providing high quality, client focused care. The Manager will ensure that outreach service deliverables are met in accordance with the Apunipima Model of Care and wellbeing needs of Cape York communities.
Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community
About You
We are seeking applicants who have:
* Demonstrated management experience of more than five (5) years working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary management group.
* Demonstrated experience leading and managing the planning, monitoring and review of social and emotional wellbeing programs and services.
* Demonstrated experience providing advice, guidance and support on complex social and emotional wellbeing cases, including risk assessments, support planning and case reviews.
* Experience providing services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, preferably in Cape York.
* Understanding of the historical and contemporary issues that impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their communities, particularly in Cape York.
* Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with community protocols and customs.
* Demonstrated understanding of the principles of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community control.
* Must be willing and have the ability to travel in Cape York either by light aircraft or 4WD, as required.
Mandatory Requirements
* Qualification in Management, Health Management, Human Services or Behavioural Science.
* Current Queensland Drivers Licence.
* Blue Card (Working with Children Card) positive notice or exemption, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement.
* Australian Federal Police Check, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement.
Desirable
* Qualification in leadership or management.
* Experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO).
Why work for us?
* Commencing salary of $117,139 + super
* Modern facilities and resources
* 5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
* Generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
* Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
* EAP program
Our Culture
Apunipima, meaning \"united - all in one\" in Injinoo Ikya, was established in 1994 to advocate and support the health needs of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Cape York. Over the years, Apunipima has expanded to become a key primary health care provider across Cape York. Guided by the \"Apunipima Way,\" Apunipima is committed to service by the people, for the people, upholding the right to self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We acknowledge and respect the voices of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Cape York and ensure our services are culturally responsive, informed, respectful, and ethically sound.
Ready to Apply
Don't miss the opportunity to join Apunipima. If you're interested in this role, visit our website to see what we are about Work For Us (apunipima.org.au), then click apply now and don’t forget to include your resume, cover letter (answering any screening questions).
Applications close on Friday 5th June. Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal opportunity employer.
www.apunipima.org.au