PathfindersPathfinders is a large community-based organisation providing Family Referral Service, Supported Accommodation and Homelessness services, Family and Youth Support services, National Aboriginal Birth Certificate program, Client Support Services and Out of Home Care services. Pathfinders services are located across the Mid North Coast, New England and North West Tablelands of NSW in Armidale, Inverell, Glen Innes, Tamworth, Taree, Kempsey, Muswellbrook, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Moree. Pathfinders vision is that all children, young people and their families will have a home and family where they feel they belong, are free from abuse, neglect, discrimination and inequality, and are able to achieve and contribute to their full potential in Australian society.Role of the Interim Care Model (ICM) House LeaderThe ICM House Leader will be responsible for the day to day operation of the ICM house. This includes developing and coordinating daily routines to meet outcomes for young people residing in the home. They will be the contact person for external and internal service providers and assist with providing information to all parties.The ICM House Leader will be responsible for house cleanliness and maintenance and the development of tasks list for support staff to complete whilst on shift. Weekly reporting is required to external service providers and attendance at weekly ICM house meetings with the Department of Communities and Justice Interim Care Referral Unit.The ICM House Leader will oversee the development of programs assisting young people on their road to independence, such as budgeting, cooking, and other attending community activities as well as ensuring the cultural needs of the young people are being met. The ICM House Leader will require knowledge and understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal communities, societies and cultures in NSW. Willing to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal young people and their families in providing cultural support and provide services to Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children, young people and families. The ICM House Leader will also be required to build strong relationships with Aboriginal agencies to support and strengthen families and cultural connections.This position is Level 5.1 under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (the SCHDSI Award)All applications must include the following components:Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria as provided in the job package.An updated resume including details of at least two recent work-related refereesCurrent Working with Children CheckCurrent Police History CheckCurrent Drivers Licence.Applicants who do not provide all of the above will not be considered for an interview.Applications should be lodged by email to hr@pathfinders.ngo and should be addressed to the Corporate Services.Applications close at 10am, Friday 18th July 2025.Pathfinders is committed to being a safe environment for children and young people and is a mandatory reporting Organisation.Pathfinders is a non-smoking workplace and is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Opportunity and Cultural DiversityFor further information please contact Chrissie Clark on 0461 504 095. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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(ICM) House Leader