Community Support Program Manager
Community Support Program Manager
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$ 111090 - 111090
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Job Description
Community Support Program Manager
Rare opportunity to make a difference to the quality of life of people living with HIV the LGTBQIA community and disability and aged care recipients
Great opportunity to participate in expanding and growing the client services
Diverse inclusive and supportive workplace
Permanent fulltime opportunity for people who really care about others
Great benefits incl. salary packaging flexible working elearning gifted leave EAP access and more
We encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date and the closing date may be brought forward without notice.
HIV treatment has come a long way since those early days of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and so has the Foundation. We are now a highly professional notforprofit organisation able to offer a range of tailored services supports and programs to diverse people living with HIV (PLHIV) and/or a disability or who need aged care services.
As an organisation that has always focused on and been supported by the LGBTIQA community and following on from opportunities identified in the Disability and Aged Care Royal Commissions we have now identified a need to broaden the scope of supports offered by the organisation to include a broader demographic which includes everyone from the first generation to age with HIV newly emerging communities of PLHIV the broader LGBTIQA community and people from all walks of life looking for progressive disability and agedcare supports.
If you are interested in a rewarding job that makes a huge difference to peoples lives at a diverse and inclusive workplace then BGF could be the right choice for you!
About us
Bobby Goldsmith Foundation (BGF) is Australias oldest communitybased HIV organisation providing client services and health promotion programs in NSW and SA. We provide direct practical assistance emotional support financial counselling and housing advocacy to PLHIV. We specialise in supporting PLHIV and the broader LGBTQIA community however as an NDIS registered organisation BGF is proud to offer disability supports to people from all backgrounds and walks of life regardless of HIV status sexual orientation and gender identity.
Our services are accessible to everyone regardless of sexual orientation gender identity or cultural and linguistic background.
Our vision
To help our clients and communities to thrive.
Our mission
BGF provides high quality client services health promotion programs and aging and disability supports as well as advocating with and for our clients and communities.
Our values
Compassion Solidarity Empowerment and Inclusivity.
Our four core values are the foundation on which BGF is built. They are the guiding principles that determine our culture our client experience and who BGF is as an organisation.
For more information about BGF please visit our website:
Please also check out our LinkedIn posts and videos:
About you and the role
Reporting to the Client Services Director this role is all about making a difference and helping people live independently through support in daily activities. This role has four main areas of responsibilities:
Program management;
Employee management;
Operational management; and
Stakeholder relationship management
More specifically to be successful in this role you will:
Lead the Community Support Program (CSP) to provide a range of practical supports for everyone from the first generation to age with HIV newly emerging communities of people living with HIV the broader LGBTQIA community and people from all walk of life looking for a progressive disability and agedcare supports
Manage and mentor the CSP team
Work in collaboration with the Psychosocial Support Service (PSS) Manager to deliver a personcentered wrap around service
Collaborate with HIV services that refer to the program
Strategise with Client Services Director to look for growth opportunities to expand and grow the business
In addition we are looking for someone who will meet the following requirements:
Registered nurse
Currently hold and maintain unrestricted registration with AHPRA and do not have any matters pending which may result in restrictions
Relevant work experience in a healthrelated discipline (e.g. Community Services Disability Aged Care Social Work)
Comprehensive knowledge of NDIS practice standards Aged Care quality standards Quality and Safeguarding standards
A sound working knowledge of existing services in the fields of HIV disability mental health and ageing
Comprehensive knowledge and working experience in SCHADS Award
First Aid and CPR certificates
Valid unrestricted NSW drivers licence required
Sound evidenced experience in leadership mentoring and managing a large team and promoting work performance
Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with diverse communities
Strong analytical thinking business analysis and IT skills
Advanced skills in negotiating beneficial outcomes
Strong interpersonal relationship skills
Highlevel expertise in computer programs e.g. Microsoft Office 365 applications Client Database management (ideally Lumary) and Rostering System Software
Attention to detail
It is also highly desirable if you have:
Experience working within the NFP sector
Experience working with people with vulnerable people requiring home services and community support services
Sound experience in rostering
Current Mental Health First Aid certificate
Benefits & Culture
Make a significant impact on the lives of PLHIV the LGTBQIA community and disability and aged care recipients
Equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe diverse and inclusive workplace
Great benefits incl. salary packaging 17.5 leave loading flexible working arrangement (including working from home 2 day a week) elearning development opportunities discount shopping gifted leave (approx. 4 additional annual leave days) birthday coffee incentive EAP access and more.
How to Apply
Please submit your current resume and a covering letter. In your cover letter please read the position description carefully and briefly explain why you think you are suitable for the role and how you meet the essential requirements.
Please apply by clicking Apply button.
Should you have any questions please also contact Mike Searle our Client Services Director via email to using the subject line: Community Support Program Manager role at BGF.
We value the unique backgrounds experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. People living with HIV First Nations people those identifying as LGBTQIA females people of all ages with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
