Job description
Are you passionate about creating safe spaces for healing and growth? Do you have experience with Project Management and are excited about creating a culture that prioritises safety and well-being at every level within the organisation?
If you answered yes, then we have the job for you!
- We are looking for a talented and motivated Project Officer to join this exciting project on a part-time 3 year fixed-term contract.
- We understand the importance of flexibility. UMFC offers an understanding workplace that encourages a healthy work/life balance.
- Work for a well-regarded Non-for-Profit organisation in a committed and supportive team
- Salary packaging opportunities to maximise your take-home pay
The role
As our Sanctuary Project Officer working within UMFC’s vision and values, you will lead the implementation of the Sanctuary Model.
Through this model, you will collaborate with all internal client-facing and operational services and stakeholders across UMFC to create a trauma-informed environment that promotes safety, empowerment and healing for employees and clients.
Join a passionate, multidisciplinary and thriving organisation guided by a profound vision for our communities that every child and young person is cared for.
Your Experience
To be eligible for this role, a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology and Counselling in addition to experience in project management and practice frameworks with measurable outcomes is required.
You will be a person who brings not just formal expertise, but a strong understanding and experience in trauma-informed practice. Your values and work ethic will also be underpinned by understanding the importance of safety in teams, and the social responsibility that comes with working with clients that have faced adversity in their lives. You will also have some knowledge of the Sanctuary Model and the theoretical basis in trauma theory.
Your open communication, strong facilitation and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, are paramount in effectively liaising with stakeholders. Your extensive experience in managing significant projects, including the ability to engage with external stakeholders to promote awareness of the Sanctuary Model will be highly desirable.
For a confidential chat, contact Melinda Carlyle at [email protected] using the subject line: Project Officer – Sanctuary Model – Wodonga enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Ready to take the leap?
Embark on a fulfilling career journey with UMFC!
To apply please click on “Apply Now” to upload your CV/resume and address the Key Selection Criteria.
Applications will be assessed upon receipt.
All employment with UMFC is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check and relevant ‘Employee’ Working with Children’s Check.
UMFC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.
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