Service Manager – Perth

Job Description

Palmerston Association is a leading and respected not for profit provider of alcohol and other drug services. We have a rich and proud history of providing support through a range of services including counselling, groups, residential rehabilitation, and educational initiatives. About the role We are seeking a dynamic Service Manager to lead our Perth branch, ensuring high-quality and culturally secure service delivery in a therapeutic, safe, and welcoming environment. This role involves providing leadership to the team, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring contract objectives and governance requirements are met. The Service Manager will develop strong stakeholder relationships, coordinate recruitment, and supervise team performance to uphold program standards. With a focus on proactive solutions and effective communication, you will drive the successful delivery of services while ensuring high standards in reporting, data collection, and stakeholder collaboration. Pay Level: Level 7 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. Benefits: Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses 5 days life and wellness leave (pro rata) 9 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer and 2 weeks partner parental leave after 12 months continuous service Partial access to long service leave after 5 years continuous service Flexible, family-oriented working conditions Annual leave loading of 17.5% for award-based staff Gender affirmation leave – 5 days paid Opportunities to join and get involved in various working groups such as the Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group (RAP), Rainbow Community Initiative Committee, Environmental Working Group, and the Disability Access Inclusion Policy Working Group. 2 days paid and 8 days unpaid cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff Aboriginal Staff Forum for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff to connect and collaborate To apply: If this sounds like the role for you, then click on the apply button on Seek! Alternatively, you can submit your application at one of our branches. In your application please ensure that you: Submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the JDF Complete all application questions Closing date: 7 February 2025 Shortlisting will commence straightaway, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The successful candidate must possess a National Police Clearance that was obtained within 3 months, and a valid WA Working with Children Check. For further information on the position please contact Mike Winton on 0450 348 703 or email . We seek and welcome diversity and a breadth of experience and backgrounds in our teams. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply. Palmerston has recently been awarded accreditation against the Rainbow Tick Standards, marking a major milestone in the organisation’s commitment to providing inclusive and accessible services for all. If you would like to have a yarn on what it’s like to work at Palmerston as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander employee, please contact Wayne Ryder on 08 9399 5344 or . #J-18808-Ljbffr