Experience/Criteria

• Demonstrated experience managing a diverse team of staff and several complex programs with financial, internal and government reporting accountability and have a thorough understanding of your leadership style.
• A demonstrated understanding of the NSW Permanency Support Program.
• Demonstrated ability to provide supervision and an understanding of its key functions.
• Demonstrated ability to model professionalism and composure.
• Demonstrated decision making skills that are supported by an articulated framework.
• Highly Developed working knowledge of legislation and systemic considerations for child protection.
• Highly developed organisational, time management & reflective practice skills.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy and the ability to manage multiple data platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with external stakeholders in a manner that promotes the professionalism of the program(s).
• Willingness to be rostered on a on call roster and work outside of business hours including weekends as reasonably required.
• Ability to support team members through a change management process and implementation of a new program.
• Demonstrated ability to create a positive culture and workplace.
• Excellent skills in implementing strategies that promote emotional and developmental wellbeing in young people who have experienced complex trauma.
• Understanding of issues facing indigenous people/families and those from CALD background (Desirable).

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree qualifications in social science, behavioural sciences, social work, youth work or related fields.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment.
• Current drivers’ licence.

To Apply

Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

• Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
• Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.

To know more about this opportunity, please reach out to the Acting Executive Director - CatholicCare: lauren.fisher@catholiccare.org.au

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Please note that applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as received up until: 11:59pm Sunday, 25th May 2025

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.