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Employment Services (Community Services & Development)
At the Salvation Army Employment Plus (EPlus), we've worked with over 200,000 businesses across Australia and seen well over half a million Australians successfully placed in employment.
We don't ever see a job as just a job.
We see a job as an opportunity for a better, more secure, more stable and empowered life.
About the opportunity Are you passionate about empowering parents to achieve their educational and career goals?
Join our Parent Pathways Adelaide South team as a Site Manager, where you'll lead a dynamic team of Mentors and Senior Mentors, dedicated to providing a high-quality service to parents striving for long-term economic stability and wellbeing.
In this business-focused role, you'll oversee site performance, ensuring we deliver an outstanding values-driven service and meet/exceed KPIs and contractual standards.
Take charge of driving success and make a meaningful impact in the lives of families, all while steering your team to new heights.
Site locations include: Morphett Vale (full-time), Hackham West, Marion, Victor Harbor (part-time), Campbelltown, Christie Downs, Mitchell Park, Noarlunga, Mount Barker, Port Willunga, Unley, Seaford (outreach as required).
The successful candidate will be responsible for: Provide direct line management and oversight for a team of Mentors, ensuring all KPIs and other contractual obligations are achieved.Collaborate with regional teams and the Regional/National Manager to craft, refine, and enhance a local business plan tailored to program objectives.Take charge of operational delivery and team management within the Parent Pathways region, ensuring we deliver exceptional results.Oversee multiple sites across the region with travel required to ensure all locations are well-supported.Maintain a deep understanding of local caseloads, key employers, services, schools, training providers, and other relevant partner organisations.Participate in performance appraisals and foster effective communication to enhance staff retention, development, feedback, and recognition.Adhere to OH&S policies, understand, and apply Deed and guideline requirements, and stay updated with contractual changes to guarantee top-quality service. About youTertiary qualifications in areas such as Employment Services, Community Services, or other relevant areas are required.Experience leading or delivering an employment or other relevant support service, including advanced barrier management, reverse marketing, placement of candidates into employment, and provision of post-placement support and verification.Relevant lived experience would be highly valued, as it enriches our support for participants experiencing barriers while navigating a complex system.
Your personal journey will bring empathy, understanding, and empowerment to those we serve.Demonstrated awareness of current employment, education, social, and support challenges faced by parents with young children.Demonstrated success in a high-performing workplace with a strong commitment to high-quality values-based human services.Local labour market knowledge (Industries, Employers; Occupations; Geographic) is highly desirable.Must hold a Driver's licence and a Working with Children Check or relevant state equivalent (or are willing to apply for a WWCC).Applicants will be required to undertake a police check; it is not mandatory to have a clear criminal history. In return, we offerAttractive remuneration & NFP salary packaging benefits ($15,900 tax-free + meal & entertainment benefits).Great work-life balance with an opportunity for a 9-day fortnight or an accrued day off every 4 weeks.Comprehensive and supportive on-the-job training including the opportunity to undertake tertiary education relevant to your position.Discounted fitness memberships, health insurance, retail discounts, and more.Attractive leave benefits with access to purchased leave, 12 weeks paid Parental Leave, and up to 5 days paid leave per year to support the Salvos volunteering.Access to free counselling and health & wellness initiatives, fostering a supportive and inclusive approach to your psychosocial health.Long-term employment opportunities within the Employment Plus & the wider Salvos networks. Are you ready to join a respected, values-driven not-for-profit organisation, thrive in a challenging yet rewarding role, and work closely alongside parents of young children to help them build their future career?
If your answer is YES!
Apply now and complete the online application including a cover letter addressing the above requirements.
Your cover letter can be uploaded alongside your resume or as one document.
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