Full-time Fixed term position (12-month) $119,695.40 (inclusive of allowances and loadings), plus super Free shared housing, free quarterly flights to Darwin and relocation allowance Position: Boarding Hostel Manager
Status: Full-time Fixed term (12-month)
Salary: $119,695.40 (inclusive of allowances and loadings), plus super
Qualifications: Vocational or tertiary qualifications in community services, training and/or Aboriginality
Service name: Wadeye Kardu Darrikardu Numida Hostel
Location: Wadeye, Northern Territory 0822
One Tree is a national not for profit offering early childhood education, out of school hours care, community services, registered early childhood training, and professional support. Our remote services are in some of Australia's most hard to reach, underserviced locations. It takes a special kind of person to work in these services, the kind of person who wants to make a difference.
Located in the small coastal community of Wadeye, the Kardu Darrikardu Numida Hostel is a 24/7 operating service.
Living in Wadeye truly gives you the opportunity to experience and understand the benefit and challenges of living and working in remote Australia. Working alongside locally employed staff, you can learn from the local Aboriginal people. All while being supported by a small team, where your ideas and input can have genuine impact on the service and community.
Benefits on offer $119,695.40 (inclusive of allowances and loadings), plus super Above award salary Relocation allowance up to $3000 Free shared housing available Free quarterly flights from Wadeye to Darwin 4 weeks' annual leave + 2 weeks paid over the festive season Mobile + Laptop Uniforms provided Support, coaching and mentoring provided Length of service incentives Free and confidential counselling for you and your immediate family through the One Tree Employee Assistance Program What you'll do
The Boarding Hostel Manager is a critical position for a motivated and experienced individual responsible for the day-to-day operation of a student hostel, providing a safe and culturally appropriate environment for female students in years 7 to 12 attending the nearby school. The Manager will lead a team to support the physical, emotional and spiritual development of the girls under their care. The Manager will be responsible overseeing the planning and supervision of students including a culturally appropriate after-school recreation program, as well as providing guidance and support to staff.
Operate the Hostel as a 24/7 service Conduct and oversee community consultation to develop a service model that will reflect the voice and needs of the community Provide secure accommodation for school aged girls and women and accompanying children from all families/Clans as per service delivery model Work with Indigenous staff in developing training and/or safety plans for trainees and children returning including, where appropriate, to link with members of the community and organisations that can provide after support to women and children To be a supportive member of One Tree team based in Wadeye Work cooperatively and with clear professional boundaries Selection criteria Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to ensure information is conveyed clearly and accurately and enable the preparation of accurate, concise documents and reports Computer skills, use of Excel and Word Effective administration, time management and organisation skills Experience in customer service requiring efficient service delivery Evidence of problem-solving skills Experience managing a Boarding Facility or similar Experience working in remote Indigenous communities is desirable High cultural intelligence Experience managing, supporting and mentoring a team Requirements and Qualifications Eligible to work in Australia A clear NT Working with Children Check Satisfactory National Police Clearance Vocational or tertiary qualifications in community services, training and/or Aboriginality Northern Land Council permit First Aid & CPR certificates A valid manual driver's licence How to apply Submit your updated CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role Click on the "Apply" button For more information or to request a copy of the position description, call or email us on (08) 6250 4103 or
One Tree Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace and Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply. Are you a strong and resilient leader with the skills to manage a hostel in a remote NT community?
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