Overview
Area Manager – Inclusive Employment Australia, Monash. The role leads multiple sites, supports a diverse group of participants, and aligns with Salvation Army values and strategic plans.
About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia\'s largest and most-loved charities. It provides support, safety, community, and opportunity across times of crisis and national grief. Employment Plus delivers high-quality employment support as part of Inclusive Employment Australia, building a current team in Monash.
What makes us different
- Purpose with Impact – every day, your work helps people build better lives
- Supportive Culture – real people who care
- Growth & Learning – skill development, mentoring, professional development
- Balance Built-In – flexible hours (negotiable)
- Salary Packaging Perks – enhanced take-home pay with not-for-profit benefits
What you will do
- Provide impactful leadership aligned with Salvation Army values, mission and strategic plans
- Empower team performance and productivity, delivering commercial returns in line with operational plans and supporting participants to achieve employment goals
- Oversee multiple sites across the region with travel to ensure sites are well-supported
- Maintain understanding of local caseloads, employment and social trends; build relationships with employers, services, schools, training providers and across Salvation Army services
- Adapt services to local requirements within an evidence-based decision-making framework; prioritize participant and employer voice
- Ensure compliance with National Standards for Disability, ISO accreditation and other quality initiatives
- Develop team skills through training, coaching and oversight
- Participate in performance appraisals and foster effective communication to enhance staff retention, development, feedback and recognition
- Adhere to OH&S; policies and contract requirements to guarantee top-quality service
About You
- Tertiary qualifications in Employment Services, Community Services or related fields are desirable
- Experience leading or delivering employment or related support services, including barrier management, reverse marketing, placement and post-placement support
- Experience in day-to-day management and coordination of effective teams
- Ability to overcome objections and support people living with a disability
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills with diverse stakeholders
- Proven experience in achieving and exceeding business targets and KPIs
- Driver’s license is required due to regional travel
If you are ready to join a respected not-for-profit and help people with a disability build their future, apply now with a cover letter addressing the requirements. Your cover letter can be uploaded with your resume as one document.
What we offer
- Attractive remuneration and not-for-profit salary packaging benefits
- Great work-life balance with a 9-day fortnight or an accrued day off every 4 weeks for full-time staff
- Comprehensive on-the-job training and opportunities to undertake tertiary education
- Discounted memberships, health insurance, retail discounts and more
- Generous leave benefits, including purchased leave and paid parental leave
- Access to free counselling and health & wellness initiatives
- Long-term employment opportunities within Employment Plus and the Salvos networks
Equality and inclusion: The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and from people with disabilities. All child-facing roles require Working with Children Checks and a National Police Check where applicable.
Equal Opportunity and Compliance
We value integrity, compassion, respect, diversity and collaboration.
Additional
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Human Resources
Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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📌 Area Manager - Inclusive Employment Australia - Monash
🏢 The Salvation Army Australia
📍 City of Monash