EMPLOYMENT

Job Vacancy

Position: Program Manager GreenApple Respite Services
Job Overview: We are seeking a Program Manager who will be responsible for the operational management of the respite service and the development of innovative programs to meet the needs of Carers.
Employment Basis: Full Time
Organisation: Workpower Inc
Organisation Background: Workpower is a leading Western Australian organisation providing a variety of opportunities for people with disability and/or mental illness. GreenApple Respite Services, a division of Workpower, provides a respite service to carers of people with a disability; autism, intellectual disability and mental illness. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will use your leadership and organisational skills to support and supervise the team to achieve program targets, and your program management experience, to grow and develop programs that meet the needs of Carers and recipients. To be successful you will bring relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience. You will demonstrate strong leadership and management skills and have an ability to develop both programs and staff incorporating a person centred approach. You will have experience managing budgets, strong conflict resolution skills and have a commitment to continuous improvement. How to apply: Please send a current CV with a cover letter detailing how you meet the following capabilities; •An understanding and experience of working with families and recipients who have a disability and or mental illness; •A strong commitment to person centre coordination, self directed services, service improvement and program development; •Proven experience and success in leading, inspiring and developing teams. For further information on this position please contact General Manager Respite Services, Mairead Mc Allister on (08) 9260 9905. To apply please submit your resume and application letter addressing the selection criteria above, before 5pm Wednesday 14th December 2011 to Eoin McConnon, Manager People and Culture c/- PO Box 1543, Osborne Park DC WA 6916 or by email to the address below. Successfully shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend for interviews on 20th December 2011. The successful candidate will be required to present a current police clearance and a working with children clearance.
Contact Information:
0894453677