Project Officer

2 Fixed term roles: 1 x 6 mths, 1 x 24 mthsPart time 60 hours per fortnightSCHADS level 4The Opportunity: The Project Officer’s primary responsibility is to provide daily administration support to Samaritan's PSP programs. It is a crucial position within the team and provides direct support to Case Managers, Team Leaders and the Community Services Manager by liaising with internal and external stakeholders, assisting with intake and referrals, maintaining databases & data reporting along with other general project and administration tasks.Conduct research and analysis, develop and document policy, procedures, and practice guides in accordance with relevant Legislation, Quality Standards and Program GuidelinesMaintain systems that ensure data integrity, analysis and compliance reporting against key accountabilities.Maintain information and knowledge management systems, and provide quantitative evidence to support service planning, delivery, and development.Assist with contract and relationship management, bid and tender management, and the design and implementation of new social and community service programs.Promote continuous improvement in service provision and engagement in accordance with legislation, policy, and best practice standards.Why Work for us? Our teams are the heart of what we do here at Newcastle Anglican. As a part of the team, you have access to the following great benefits: Salary Package a range of everyday living expenses (Mortgage, Rent and Bills), up to $611/fortnight. Career and development opportunities Up to 40% off on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schoolsFlexible working options (including compressed week, RDO’s & 9-day fortnights) 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner payAccess to Fitness Passport (over 800+gyms) Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program What we’re looking for A working knowledge of the legislation, policies and standards relevant to child protection, statutory out-of-home-care, the permanency support program and child safe organisationsTertiary qualifications in social work/social science/psychology or a related field with significant experience working in a human services environment.Ability to deliver accountable, collaborative and evidence-based practice that respects the culture and context of children, young people, their family and community.Ability to maintain timely, accurate and relevant records for reporting and information sharingExcellent communication, teamwork skills and ability to work independently and proactively.Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) Willingness to undertake a National Criminal History Check (Newcastle Anglican will consider the relevance of any reported outcomes)Current drivers’ licence Who are we? Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates. For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team Email: careers@newcastleanglican.org.au We will consider candidates as they apply and encourage early application. Interviews may commence prior to the closure dateSamaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.You must have the right to live and work in Australia.No agencies or third-party applications will be accepted Application Successful

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2 Fixed term roles: 1 x 6 mths, 1 x 24 mths

Part time 60 hours per fortnight

SCHADS level 4

The Opportunity:

The Project Officer’s primary responsibility is to provide daily administration support to Samaritan's PSP programs. It is a crucial position within the team and provides direct support to Case Managers, Team Leaders and the Community Services Manager by liaising with internal and external stakeholders, assisting with intake and referrals, maintaining databases & data reporting along with other general project and administration tasks.

• Conduct research and analysis, develop and document policy, procedures, and practice guides in accordance with relevant Legislation, Quality Standards and Program Guidelines
• Maintain systems that ensure data integrity, analysis and compliance reporting against key accountabilities.
• Maintain information and knowledge management systems, and provide quantitative evidence to support service planning, delivery, and development.
• Assist with contract and relationship management, bid and tender management, and the design and implementation of new social and community service programs.
• Promote continuous improvement in service provision and engagement in accordance with legislation, policy, and best practice standards.

Why Work for us? 

Our teams are the heart of what we do here at Newcastle Anglican. As a part of the team, you have access to the following great benefits: 

• Salary Package a range of everyday living expenses (Mortgage, Rent and Bills), up to $611/fortnight. 
• Career and development opportunities 
• Up to 40% off on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
• Flexible working options (including compressed week, RDO’s & 9-day fortnights) 
• 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner pay
• Access to Fitness Passport (over 800+gyms) 
• Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program 

What we’re looking for 

• A working knowledge of the legislation, policies and standards relevant to child protection, statutory out-of-home-care, the permanency support program and child safe organisations
• Tertiary qualifications in social work/social science/psychology or a related field with significant experience working in a human services environment.
• Ability to deliver accountable, collaborative and evidence-based practice that respects the culture and context of children, young people, their family and community.
• Ability to maintain timely, accurate and relevant records for reporting and information sharing
• Excellent communication, teamwork skills and ability to work independently and proactively.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) 
• Willingness to undertake a National Criminal History Check (Newcastle Anglican will consider the relevance of any reported outcomes)
• Current drivers’ licence

Who are we? 

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. 

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. 

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. 

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates. For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au  or email the talent team 

Email: careers@newcastleanglican.org.au  

We will consider candidates as they apply and encourage early application. Interviews may commence prior to the closure date

Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

No agencies or third-party applications will be accepted

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