Reporting to our Manager Community Services, the Team Leader Community Volunteer Services will have a highly developed understanding and experience of the Commonwealth Home Support Program, the Tasmanian Home and Community Care Program and their target groups and the Aged Care Standards.
The successful applicant will have demonstrated skills and experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic plans and policies at the local level, as well as the ability to lead, motivate, supervise and support workers.
Some of the key duties
Provide a coordinated volunteer service to targeted groups of the Clarence community in accordance with council strategies and objectives, including:
- Leading the Volunteer program in the analysis of information and data to formulate service plans, goals and outcomes, that align with the council’s strategic plans and are compliant with the Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Coordinating the recruitment, support and retention of volunteers and ensuring each volunteer is provided with a thorough induction, guidance and training, and are compliant with external agencies and our internal policy requirements.
- Overseeing and ensuring all tasks and work sites are safe and that appropriate safety management plans are in place to ensure robust risk management systems.
- Developing, managing and implementing current and new program plans and goals, in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring the program continues to adapt and respond to changes in legislation, regulatory compliance, emerging trends and community needs.
- Developing and reviewing program policies and procedures to align with local, state and Commonwealth standards, ensuring best practice approach is maintained.
What we offer you
The position is full-time and ongoing. A base salary between $102,093.90 and $117,460.62 will be negotiated (dependent on skills and experience) with the preferred candidate + 12.5% superannuation and a 19-day month.
Council offers training to support your professional development and strong career growth, the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life balance – plus many other benefits.
Apply online
Apply via the “Apply Now” button and include a copy of your current resume, together with a 1–2-page cover letter detailing your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.
For a confidential conversation about the position, please call David Ronaldson (Manager Community Services) on 0476 790 250.
Position Description
Download the position description here: Team Leader Community Volunteer Services.
Council commitment
Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and youth while enabling their participation as valued members of our community.
We have zero tolerance to child or youth abuse and harm, and we prioritise the safety of the children and youth that we interact with in the performance of our roles and report conduct of concern. For further information, please refer to our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.
To be offered this position you will be required to undertake and satisfactorily complete a rigorous pre-employment assessment including but not limited to, WWVP check, conviction checks, identification checks, and disciplinary action in previous employment.
Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.
Applications close at 9.00am on Monday, 3 February 2025.