Role Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Senior Outreach Manager to lead our Public Intoxication Response team in delivering culturally safe, holistic health-focused outreach services across the Greater Bendigo and Castlemaine regions.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring effective coordination of care, upholding harm minimisation principles, and fostering a collaborative team culture prioritising the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of community members.
Key Responsibilities:
* Team Leadership and Support: Guide and support the PIR team to deliver a culturally safe, health-focused response to individuals experiencing public intoxication, ensuring compassionate and effective service delivery.
* Program Development and Evaluation: Collaborate with the Program Manager to develop, implement, and maintain program structures, care pathways, and operational procedures.
* Recruitment and Staff Management: Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and leading PIR staff, fostering a motivated, well-trained, and culturally competent team.
* AOD Support and Intervention: Apply specialist knowledge of alcohol and other drugs to deliver culturally safe, evidence-based interventions, including short-term care planning and harm reduction strategies.