Head of Community

1 week ago


Fairfield, Australia Orchard Talent Group Full time

Contract Type:

  • Full Time
    Location:
  • Fairfield

Industry:

  • Community Services & Development
    Contact Name:
  • Grace McCarron-
    Contact Phone:
    Date Published:
  • 31Jan2024
    What's on Offer


This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Community Services provider with strong ties to the local community at a pivotal time of expansion, working in a critical leadership capacity.

An attractive remuneration package and benefits will be offered to the successful applicant, including Not-for-Profit salary packaging._
The Organisation


Founded in 1973 by a group of residents who formed a forum for community development and action on social issues, Community First Step (CFS) is now operating in its 50th year and has expanded significantly.

Today CFS encompasses Children, Youth and Family Services, Community Development and Disability Services and has over 90 staff and volunteers serving Southwest Sydney communities.

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The Opportunity


Reporting to the COO, the Head of Community and Psychosocial Services (HCPS) is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing innovative and evidence-informed community development strategies and psychosocial support programs that enhance the wellbeing of individuals and communities in the Fairfield Local Government Area and broader Southwest Sydney.


As the HCPS, you will be accountable for:

  • Identifying community needs and strengths through participatory communityled approaches.
  • Implementing psychosocial support via holistic needsbased assessment, triaging, careplanning, and steppedcare approach.
  • Building partnerships to enhance service delivery and community impact.
  • Demonstrating a commitment to professional development, participates in and supports the team in staff supervision, development and learning opportunities.
  • Completing annual Community Services budgets in consultation with COO and Accounting.
  • Broadening footprint of CFS in Southwestern Sydney through presentations in forums, conferences etc and participating in collaborative projects

About You

  • Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Community Service or related field.
  • At least 5 years' experience in Community, Health, Mental Health or Social Services sector with a proven track record in leading and managing a team.
  • Ability to develop and implement innovative Service Delivery Models in line with strategic and operational business objectives that meet community need.
  • Strong understanding of traumainformed, strengthsbased practice, and social determinants of health and wellbeing.
  • Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written.

How to Apply
Applications close 16th February 2024.
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