Transient & Outreach Manager

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• Position Type: Full time, fixed term until 30 June 2026
• Location: Darwin
• Salary Range: $126,491 per annum (Admin 8.1) or $129,635 to $135,077 per annum (RN 5.1 to 5.2)
• Application Closing Date: 17 August 2025

The Transient and Outreach Manager will be responsible for leading a team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive primary health care service aimed at assessing and stabilising the immediate health care needs of vulnerable homeless and transient individuals in the Greater Darwin region.

This initiative will involve a multidisciplinary team approach to address both health and social support requirements with a focus on facilitating continuity of care for individuals within the Darwin region and supporting their departure from the region.

Minimum 3 years' experience in project management, preferably in the healthcare or social services sector.

• A formal qualification in a related field such as healthcare administration, healthcare management, nursing, public health, or a clinical discipline.
• Previous experience working in the Aboriginal Health Sector.
• Understanding of current health issues relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, particularly with chronic disease.
• Demonstrated knowledge of primary health care principles, multidisciplinary team approaches, and social determinants of health.
• Strong management, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and build partnerships.
• Excellent communication skills, including written and verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in program evaluation, data analysis, and performance measurement.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding of cultural competency and sensitivity to the needs of diverse populations, including Indigenous communities.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines related to healthcare service delivery in Australia.

Want to talk this job through some more? Give Senior Manager – Clinical Operations Cheniqua Rocco a call on (08) 8942 5400 or email: Cheniqua.Rocco@ddhs.org.au

Danila Dilba Health Service is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised we will conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

To work with DDHS you must hold, or be willing to obtain, a current police check, a valid NT working with children's card, a current CPR certificate and full vaccination against COVID-19, or an exemption as listed on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR).

Only those with full working rights will be considered for this position.

Employment with us is subject to:

• Willing to undergo a Police Check.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).
• Current CPR certificate or the preparedness to gain one within 6 months of commencement.
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or an exemption as listed on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) be submitted.
• Full rights to work in Australia.

Danila Dilba offers employees:

• 6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• 5 days paid leave during end-of-year shut down (additional to annual leave) (pro-rata)
• Career development and training opportunities
• Salary packaging up to $15,990 per annum, plus additional packaging options

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