Team Leader Active Ageing Services

• Temporary Full Time (to 30 June 2027)
• Band 7 ($108,364 to $120,418) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray Town Hall

About us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change arising from population growth and redevelopment. A transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses, and employment opportunities that is seeing Maribyrnong fast becoming a sought after residential, recreation and social destination in Melbourne's inner-west.

The Opportunity

The Active Ageing team has an exciting opportunity for a passionate, experienced and suitably qualified Team Leader Active Ageing Services to provide leadership, management and support to Active Ageing team members. Reporting to the Manager Community Wellbeing, you will responsible for delievering key services (Food Servces, Home Maintenance and Modifications, Social Support and Respite) to eligible community members. In addition to this, you will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant funding requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Active Ageing team in delivering high quality services aligned with relevant funding guidelines and based on relevant quantitative and qualitative service data.
• Lead and coordinate the service planning, monitoring and review of all Active Ageing services.
• Lead and coordinate referrals for Active Ageing Services within set timeframes, inclusive of referral requirements when needed.
• Manage all aspects of funding agreements inclusive of reports, acquittals, updates and updated client information.
• Manage all relevant stakeholder relationships required to deliver Active Ageing services, including the management of contracted providers.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Community Services or a related discipline.
• Understanding of the Aged Care sector and Commonwealth Home Support Program.
• Strong experience in leading teams to deliver high quality services that meet contractual and legislative requirements.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• No relevant criminal record found in a Police Check.

Our ideal candidate will have experience in the management of funded programs and reporting requirements.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work cross functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Relish a vibrant foodie hub at your doorstep;

So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To express your interest in this role, please forward your Resume and a Cover Letter via our Careers website outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria defined in the position description in support of your application by 10:00pm on the closing date.

To download a copy of the position description please visit us at: http://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au

We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Enquiries: Should you have any questions reagrding this position, please contact Belinda Stewart, Manager Community Services and Social Infrastructure on 9688 0473 for a confidential discussion,