Central Coast Sector Support and Development Officer (38 hrs a week)

Great opportunity to work in one of Australia’s fastest growing and innovative sectors.
Wesley Mission has been serving the community for over 200 years. It is one of Australia’s largest welfare organisations.
We are currently seeking the services of a suitably qualified and experienced person who will be primarily responsible for building the capacity of Central Coast Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and Community Care Support Program (CCSP) service providers in delivering their services based on best practice. This will include supporting the development of service providers through promotion of collaboration and partnerships and service support guidance.This position will be based in Gosford.
The role will involve travel throughout the Central Coast.
Essential criteria
  • Demonstrated experience and understanding of Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and Community Care Support Programme (CCSP)
  • Being able to visualise and promote best practice in the development of a strong, cohesive (holistic) community care system.
  • Understanding of relevant legislation, guidelines and current sector reforms
  • Demonstrate the delivering of information, training and support to individuals and groups on both change management and implementation issues.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to network and develop working relationships that foster collaboration and partnerships with the sector
  • Tertiary qualifications or relevant work experience
  • Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Excellent computer skills and be fluent in the Microsoft office suite
  • Effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Hold a current NSW drivers licence
Desirable Criteria
  • Knowledge of Central Coast community, organisations and service providers
  • Knowledge of the not for profit sector
  • Knowledge of Home Care Standards
  • Previously worked for a community based organisation
  • Knowledge of available resources and tools to support with sector development
  • Community development experience and demonstrated evidence of being a ‘voice’ for community care providers.
The successful applicant will be well presented, professional and enjoy accepting challenging tasks.
Remuneration:
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award 2010 (SCHADS) with generous salary packaging opportunities based on past achievements and experience.
Salary details: SCHADS 5 NAPSA Grade 4 – Pool car supplied
How to Apply:
For further enquiries or to obtain an information pack please contact Ray Watkinson 02 9857 2588or mobile 0418 135 234 and/or email at .
Written applications addressing the essential and desirable criteria together with the prescribed ‘Application for Employment Form’ to Ray Watkins, Operations Manager.
Email:
Address: 15 Denison St Newcastle West NSW 2302
Applications Close:31 January 2016
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous People are encouraged to apply.