Manager: Early Connections Port Macquarie/Hastings
Sep 11, 2024
About the Role
Early Connections-Port Macquarie/Hastings is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager to provide leadership and guidance. This is an amazing opportunity to work for an organisation that is highly regarded in the local community, providing services to children aged 0-12 years and their families, including early childhood intervention, Speech Pathology, Early Childhood Teachers, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, and school readiness programs.
If you are looking for flexibility and a supportive workplace with a diverse range of work opportunities, then this role is for you. The hours of this position are flexible and can be discussed upon application.
The Role Responsibilities
* Day-to-day management of Early Connections-Port Macquarie/Hastings.
* Co-ordination of services offered through Early Connections-Port Macquarie/Hastings.
* Ensuring the quality of individual programs.
* Facilitating effective communication between staff, families, and the Management Committee.
* Managing NDIS, Department of Education, and fee-for-service provisions.
* Drafting marketing and communication materials in line with the organisation’s purpose and values.
* Developing and maintaining a network of contacts in stakeholder and community organisations.
* Embedding human rights and organisational values in quality systems.
* Developing systems and reporting mechanisms to identify quality risks.
* Ensuring compliance with quality reporting systems.
* Improving procedures and policies to enhance service delivery.
* Contributing to budget allocation for quality and compliance systems.
* Providing reports and documentation to meet internal and external requirements.
* Maintaining appropriate records, including policies, procedures, and statistical data.
Minimum Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in a related field with extensive management experience.
* Demonstrated experience in administrative procedures, program development, and community liaison.
* Commercial expertise (desirable).
* Enhanced time management and prioritisation skills.
* Experience in partnership with families.
* Leadership experience and promoting open communication in teams.
* Experience managing disability services.
* Knowledge of NDIS and Disability Standards.
* Project management experience.
* High-quality oral and written communication skills.
* Experience in grant applications.
* Current Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Check & Police Check required prior to commencement.
About Early Connections
The Early Connections Alliance is a network of not-for-profit organisations creating a strong Early Childhood Intervention Network on the Mid North Coast. All locations are Registered NDIS Providers working with a diverse range of children with various needs. Early Connections builds the capacity of the child and family in inclusive settings.
Why Work for Us
* Above award pay rates and conditions (including 6 weeks annual leave).
* Diverse range of clients with various needs.
* Work with a highly experienced team of professionals.
* Be part of the Early Connections Alliance and benefit from a vast allied health and education team.
* Access professional development opportunities.
* Flexible, family-friendly work conditions.
* Salary packaging available.
For a confidential discussion and to request a copy of the position description, please call Allison on 02 6583 8238.
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