Summary

Australian Regional & Remote Community Services (ARRCS) is actively seeking a First Nations Programs Team Leader - Cultural Programs to join their team in Darwin. This is a permanent, full-time role where you will be responsible for delivering, supporting, and mentoring ARRCS' First Nations programs to support the organization's Reconciliation Action Plan. As the Team Leader, you will work closely with the Regional Manager and oversee a team of Cultural Specialists who provide mentoring and guidance within aged care facilities.

Details

• Permanent, full-time position based in Darwin
• Deliver, support, and mentor ARRCS' First Nations programs
• Work with the Regional Manager to implement the Reconciliation Action Plan
• Provide guidance and support to a team of Cultural Specialists
• Advocate and promote First Nations programs in a healthcare environment
• Manage budget allocation and government funding models
• Support the employment and knowledge advancement of First Nations within aged care

About ARRCS

ARRCS is the largest Aged Care Provider in the Northern Territory, offering opportunities for career growth and advancement. As part of the ARRCS team, you will have access to various benefits, including annual pay increases, salary packaging, extensive training and development courses, and employee wellbeing and emotional support through Telus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, support, and mentor ARRCS' First Nations programs
• Collaborate with the Regional Manager to implement the Reconciliation Action Plan
• Manage a team of Cultural Specialists, providing mentoring and guidance
• Advocate and promote First Nations programs within a healthcare environment
• Oversee budget management and government funding models
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Foster a positive and inclusive work culture

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Community Services or a similar discipline
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
• Proven experience in a similar organizational role
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating and implementing Indigenous Employment Programs
• Excellent problem-solving skills and initiative
• Hold a current unrestricted driver's license

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of First Nations communities and have the required qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you.

ARRCS is committed to engagement with people of all ages, backgrounds, cultures, and nationalities. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with lived experience of disability, people from CALD backgrounds, and the LGBTQI+ communities to submit their applications.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the requirements of the role. For further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team via [email protected] or phone 08 8982 5222.