Come and join a progressive organisation delivering community-led programs with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
Full-time Contract
37.5 hours per week
$138,391 - $145,041 per annum
Total Effective Package*
$169,205 - $176,787
About the role
The Early Years Family Support Program Manager has responsibility to provide leadership, operational support and the supervision to the Early Years Support Team.
To be considered for this position, you will require:
* Degree in Social Work and eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or degree or post-graduate qualifications in Psychology or related discipline which is deemed equivalent.
* Demonstrated experience in program management and supervising a multidisciplinary team including the ability to build and lead a professional work unit, facilitate reflective practice sessions and effectively prioritise and delegate tasks.
* Proven leadership and management skills including administration, HR practices, and program implementation, with high level of oral and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated experience and skills in providing case management and parenting support to vulnerable families and an understanding of child development and the impact of trauma on children including neglect.
* Demonstrated ability in effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders, both orally and in writing and be willing to discuss and demonstrate own knowledge and skills with work colleagues.
* Awareness of and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture, and history and knowledge of factors influencing the health and loves of Aboriginal children and families in Central Australia.
* Current NT Drivers License or the ability to obtain
What we offer:
Congress offers rewarding career options and a wide range of employee benefits including:
* Work that is community-led, impact-focused and a part of the bigger picture.
* Opportunities to grow, including 15 days of professional development per year, with pathways including master's programs and study placements.
* A flexible work policy including flexible start and finish times, compressed work weeks, part-time and casual roles, job sharing and the possibility to purchase additional paid leave.
* Salary packaging for full-time, part-time and casual employees.
* Total Effective Package includes base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options
Got you interested?
Don't meet all the role requirements, but think you'd be a great asset to our team? We'll never know unless you hit the Apply Now button.
For more information on the position please contact Senior Manager, Family Services, Child Youth and Family Services Division, Pauline Hickey on or
Being a culturally responsive organisation, Aboriginal applicants that meet all essential criteria will be given priority consideration.
* Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.
Simply complete the application process by clicking the Apply Now button and we'll be in touch.