Join Us and Make a Difference to the Community

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning is a not-for-profit organisation and an agency of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. We offer whole-of-community support and empowerment options to those in need regardless of religion, age, gender, physical and intellectual capacity, or ethnicity.

We work together with local communities to build a stronger, fairer, and kinder society that values children, young people, families and individuals.

The Opportunity [link removed]

The Rosewood Centre has an established and highly regarded Behaviour Support team who work across NDIS and Permanency Support programs.

After building our Behaviour Support platform over recent years, our current Behaviour Support Manager is transitioning to retirement. The position entails clinical and operational oversight of established practitioners, maintaining relationships with existing referrers as well as working with Rosewood leaders to grow the Behaviour Support team in line with our strategic plan.

The Rosewood Centre seeks a candidate who is a recognised “specialist” under the NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework. You will be required to provide guidance and support to the team assessing and supporting complex presentations including people with an intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), mental health issues, and those with acquired brain injuries. Website – https://rosewoodcentre.com.au/behaviour-support

This role is responsible for:

• Working with the Clinical Services Manager and Quality team to develop organisational policy, governance and quality benchmarks relating to quality behaviour support
• Refining relevant systems and processes related to both direct and indirect service delivery
• Working with the Clinical Services Manager to develop, support and nurture a multi-disciplinary team of committed, passionate, skilled and suitably qualified and NDUS accredited professionals capable of high quality behaviour support work
• Developing and undertaking a range of marketing and networking initiatives to build and expand a customer base and visibility within the market
• Establishing relevant and productive partnerships with internal and external individuals, groups and organisations
• Work with the Clinical Services Manager to ensure availability of adequate resources and supports
• Developing a range of additional products and services to further enhance viability of behaviour support and clinical services
• Direct clinical work and the provision of training services in line with business need
• Meeting budget for the Behaviour Support program This position reports to the Manager Counselling & Clinical Services.

Experience/Criteria

• Previous experience as a manager or senior supervisor of a Behaviour Support, Psychology or Counselling service or experience closely aligned to the same
• Proven ability to successfully lead a clinical services team and drive strategic direction
• Demonstrated ability to manage or clinically supervise a diverse team across multiple sites in a way that supports staff and creates a culture that fosters learning, hope and curiosity
• Experience in financial management, reporting processes, and the development of policies and procedures associated with service growth and delivery
• Demonstrated experience in building and managing positive and productive relationships with senior managers, staff, and other stakeholders
• Knowledge and understanding of contemporary legislation, best practice requirements and clinical risk management strategies that are effective in promoting and ensuring high quality service delivery
• Demonstrated experience in planning, leading and managing projects, initiatives and research
• Effective problem solving skills with a solution-focused approach
• The ability to create and manage relationships & partnerships with external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Relevant registration as a Psychologist, Mental Health Accredited Social Worker or a Mental Health Nurse/Nurse with post graduate qualifications.
• Accredited NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner at a senior level
• Current Driver’s License
• WWCC
• Training & Assessment qualification (Desirable)
• Psychology Board Approved Supervisor (Desirable)

Benefits of Working With Us

• Work in a supportive and friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
• Great team culture and leadership support.
• Supportive management, ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Flexible hybrid work model and family friendly working conditions.
• Receive up to 3 additional days leave, Bishop’s Leave, between the Christmas and new year period annually.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• The availability of discounted gym membership, Fitness Passport.
• Highly competitive salary packaging, salary sacrificing options and more.

To Apply

Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

• Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
• Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.

Please note, you will be assessed against the full list of criteria within the interview process as listed under the headings of Experience/Criteria and Qualifications.

Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 12 October 2022.

Additional Information

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning is a child safe organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, retain a valid Working with Children Check where necessary and comply with our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.

Positions identified as child related employment at the CatholicCatholic must have a valid Working With Children Check. For more information, please visit the NSW Office of Children’s Guardian.

This position has been determined as child related and a current Working With Children Check for paid employment is required. Applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.

The appointment of successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening including the completion of a National Police Check, where applicable the retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.

Covid-19 Vaccination

The safety and welfare of our staff, volunteers and community in which we work is paramount for CatholicCare. We recognise that being fully vaccinated is one of the best ways we can protect ourselves and the community against COVID-19. In keeping with our purpose of a stronger, fairer, and kinder society for our community, all employees of CatholicCare must have received at least two doses of a recognised COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment. CatholicCare is committed to meeting our obligations under our funding agreements and public health orders and appreciate your understanding of our approach to protecting all staff, volunteers and the vulnerable within our community.