CDP Activity Supervisor
Job No:
140044
Location:
Kalkarindji
- Are you an experienced activity supervisor seeking an opportunity to make a genuine difference in a remote community?
- Work collaboratively to deliver quality Community Development Building Programs and mentorship to job seekers!
- Attractive salary range circa $60,504 - $71,263 plus super, subsidised housing, remote area allowance & relocation assistance!
About the Opportunity
Victoria Daly Regional Council is now looking for a full-time Community Development Program (CDP) Activity Supervisor to join their team in Kalkarindji, NT. This role is contracted until 30 June 2023. As a CDP Activity Supervisor you will be reporting to the CDP Employment Supervisor and responsible for developing and implementing job seeker activities and supporting training activities for job seekers. You will also be responsible for training and mentoring a group of females, helping them develop their skills and abilities through delivering accredited training in collaboration with training providers in areas such as cooking, sewing and more.
Your day-to-day duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Building trusting relationships with colleagues and job seekers;
- Supporting job seekers to attend identified activities, trainings and appointments;
- Working with other council departments to optimise outcomes for job seekers, employers and the local community; and
- Attending job related training as required in accordance with individual training plans.
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About You
Candidates who possess a qualification in Community Services will have a distinct advantage in obtaining this CDP Activity Supervisor role, however this qualification is not essential. It would also be advantageous for the successful candidate to have an awareness and appreciation of Domestic Violence and Mental Health issues that are present in remote communities in conjunction with skills in cooking, sewing and other related craft activities.
Experience working in a remote setting is desired, enabling you to work effectively within indigenous communities and understand the unique challenges of remote Australia, however is not a requirement.
You will be need to:
- Be a strong communicator with well-developed interpersonal skills;
- Have empathy and understanding of cultural barriers faced by CDP participants;
- Be experienced planning and implementing workplace activities with goals in mind;
- Have basic computer literacy skills;
- Have the ability to supervise teams;
- Be able to work autonomously; and
- Have a passion for helping rural community members achieve positive outcomes.
Please Note: A current Manual Driver's Licence, Working With Children's Check and a Criminal History Check will be required within the first 3 months of starting in the role.
About the Benefits
By taking on this pivotal role, you will be joining an organisation that truly values its employees, and actively encourages training and further study.
You will be rewarded with a competitive salary circa $60,504 - $71,263 plus super, remote area assistance and relocation assistance of up to $5,000 to support you in moving to this beautiful part of the country!
Council will also provide subsidised accommodation in your own private home, with electricity being your only bill to pay.
Victoria Daly Regional Council offers a family friendly workplace, with fantastic working conditions and benefits, plus you will enjoy fantastic job security within the Council sector.
About the Organisation
The Victoria Daly Regional Council was formed as part of the Local Government reforms in the Northern Territory. Council Service Centres are located in Kalkaringi, Yarralin, Timber Creek, Pine Creek and Nauiyu.
With a vision to become a recognised leader within Australia's Local Government, Council's aim is to work towards developing a broad range of strategies that will help shape its vision for the region through excellent service delivery and community engagement; assisting to build one of the most sustainable, vibrant and diverse regions in Australia. The Council strives to form partnerships that ensure strategic goals are met.
About Kalkarindji
Where the outback meets the rainforest, Katherine is the Crossroads of Australia’s North. A region full of misty waterfalls, untouched gorges and some of the best fishing in the world, the Northern Territory’s third largest town, on the banks of the Katherine River, lies just south of the world-renowned Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk National Park).
Katherine is a thriving modern regional centre and services the areas of Pine Creek, Mataranka, Borooloola, Daly River and Timber Creek. The town itself provides ample opportunity for locals and tourists alike to experience sports, leisure and entertainment, with the population swelling during the dry season. Experience events like the Walking with Spirits Festival and the prestigious Katherine Show, or unwind and take a dip in the Katherine Hot Springs. With plenty of facilities, including a modern shopping complex and boutique stores, a hospital and schools, several sportsgrounds, as well as numerous parks and gardens and excellent fishing spots, there's plenty here to provide a comfortable living experience for all.
If you are an experienced activity supervisor/trainer looking to join a friendly and welcoming regional council - Apply Now!