Careers at Wesley Mission

Wesley Vocational Institute – Your Local Education & Training Specialists

Wesley Vocational Institute, the Registered Training Organisation of Wesley Mission, has been successfully delivering accredited and non accredited training for 15 years. With offices in Lismore, Port Macquarie, Newcastle, Sydney and Wollongong / ACT and strong partnerships interstate, Wesley Vocational Institute is seeking to employ a Finance & Performance Manager to work with our Finance and Performance team.

To succeed in this role you must have qualifications and experience in accounting or finance, excellent communication skills, demonstrated business acumen, proven high level financial and analytical skills and the ability to inspire and motivate your team to meet organisational and compliance targets.

You will have a reputation for empowering your teams, delivering quality outcomes and managing complex situations effectively. You will have experience interpreting, preparing and presenting in-depth reports on compliance and financial performance, and supporting the back office functions of a successful business.

The successful applicants will be rewarded with a competitive package valued at up to $90k, professional development and career opportunities.

Essential:

• Great MS Office computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Demonstrated experience providing great customer service
• Completed Certificate IV TAA / TAE
• Demonstrated business acumen and business development skills
• Demonstrated experience in reporting on financial and organisational targets to internal and external stakeholders
• Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Business or Commerce
• Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership which empowers your team to succeed

Desirable:

• Experience managing people and projects with private education organisations
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated experience auditing and maintaining compliance functions within an RTO
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues surrounding the establishment, design and coordination of accredited training.

To be considered for this exciting new role please send any enquiries and applications addressing all essential and desirable criteria to Andrew.Moore@wesleymission.org.au by 1:00pm, February 7, 2012.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal record check.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

• Based at Penrith
• Full-time position for a six month period

Wesley Mission ministers to a community with real needs. Through witness, work and the help of supporters we can turn lives around for good.

Due to enhanced funding and internal restructuring, Wesley Dalmar, Out of Home Care, offers a challenging and rewarding management opportunity for an experienced professional.

The Acting Manager will be responsible for providing leadership to a team of caseworkers and foster carers as they provide support for the various needs of the children and young people in the programme. This role will include supporting staff in the development of identified professional skills, as well as ensuring that the programme’s foster carers are provided with training and support, and that the programme fulfils all requirements relating to the Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCCG) accreditation.

The Acting Manager will also be responsible for preparing annual budgets for the programme in consultation with the Operations and Regional Manager and ensuring that the programme operates within the agreed budget. In addition, the Acting Manager will be proactive in identifying opportunities for growth and expansion of the service (including new areas of service delivery and research), and will initiate, support and encourage appropriate fundraising activities to augment capital and programme funding.

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Social Work, Psychology or equivalent related degree
• Ability to provide leadership and supervision within a team setting
• Experience working with children and families in Out-of-home Care
• Knowledge of N.S.W. Child Protection and Out of Home Care Standards
• Flexibility to work some evenings and occasional Saturdays
• Current driver’s licence
• Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and OH&S Principles

Desirable:

• Previous experience in programme management &/or management qualifications

Attractive Salary Conditions of employment are based on SACS Award Grade 6 ($60,555 to $64, 077), with capacity for salary packaging and the provision of a fully maintained motor vehicle.

This is a child-related position and appointment is conditional to a satisfactory Working with Children Check.

Expressions of interest to be directed to Gillian McIntyre, Manager Metro West Nepean, PO Box 4555, Penrith NSW 2750 by Thursday, 9 February 2012. For further information contact Gillian on 4723 9288.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

• 30 hours, Monday to Thursday

An exciting opportunity to join the team at Riverstone Family Centre - the position will include:

• Developing creative and innovative strategies to strengthen the local community to better support families with children 0 – 8 years
• Providing a range of family services including Supported Playgroups and Parenting Programs
• Developing strong partnerships with other services to increase access for local families

If you are highly energized and enthusiastic with lots of initiative then we want to talk to you.

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant experience and/or qualifications in Childcare, Teaching, Social Work or Community Welfare
• Ability & initiative to connect with families, local services and businesses
• Knowledge & experience in early childhood development and parenting issues
• Understanding of Ecological practice and the importance of working with families in the context of their neighbourhood
• Ability to organise local groups and events
• Experience in group facilitation
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Current NSW driving license
• Computer literacy

This is a Families NSW funded position.

Salary and conditions of employment in accordance with the SACS Award Grade 4.

Application:

Please address the essential criteria listed above and email this with a copy of your CV to marisa.turcinskis@wesleymission.org.au

Applications close Friday 10th February

Please note only successful applicants will be notified.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Working with Children Check and a Criminal Record Check.

For further information please contact: Marisa Turcinskis on 9627 3511 or marisa.turcinskis@wesleymission.org.au

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

A full-time Practice Coordinator is required at our specialist consulting rooms in Kogarah to cover a 5 month maternity leave vacancy.

Wesley Consulting Rooms Kogarah is a busy private practice with 13 Consultant Psychiatrists.

Your role will include the supervision of medical receptionists; staff rostering; administration support to Consultant Psychiatrists; accounts payable and receivable using BlueChip for patients, insurance companies, health funds and doctor; and office/room management.

Essential Criteria:

• Good interpersonal, organisational, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to supervise staff
• Medical secretarial experience including word processing, understanding and knowledge of computer accounting/report processes, Medicare, Health funds, Work Cover and AMA schedules
• Computer literate with an understanding of Microsoft Outlook and Word computer applications
• Word processing of at least 55 wpm and experience in dictation and typing reports/correspondence under pressure
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise in a busy environment
• Demonstrate customer service skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Compassion in regards to mental health
• Reliable and punctual

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience in a customer service/front line role.
• Prior administrative experience in a private hospital.
• Medical terminology, use of transcription machine
• Trained in Blue Chip

Salary and conditions will be based upon the Private Hospital Employees (State) Award.

Application addressing the criteria in writing to:
Business and Administration Manager, Adam Goss, 7 Blake Street, Kogarah NSW 2217 or Email: adam.goss@wesleymission.org.au
 
Applications Close: Wednesday 15th February 2012

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

• Full Time Position

Wesley Mission are seeking a full-time Hospitality Manager for their camp and conference centre site Vision Valley, in the north western area of Sydney.

Now in their 40th year, Vision Valley provides recreational camping and conference experiences for community, corporate, church and school groups in 30 ha of pristine bushland.

This key role will be responsible for overseeing the catering and kitchen staff, managing the housekeeping team and providing exceptional customer service to our guests within a truly unique environment.

To succeed in this role you must have extensive Hospitality Management experience, excellent communication skills, demonstrated commercial acumen and a reputation for inspiring and motivating your teams to meet customer service, organisational and financial targets within fast paced environments.

The successful applicant will be rewarded with a competitive package + superannuation + professional development and significant career opportunities working with one of the most respected charities in Australia.

Essential Criteria:

• Great MS Office computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience providing great customer service
• Demonstrated business acumen and business management skills.
• Demonstrated management experience within a commercial hospitality environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership which empowers your team to succeed.

Desirable Criteria:

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Management, Commerce or Business.
• Experience within a conference centre, resort or accommodation facility.
• Experience with the HAACP program.
• Previous experience in a similar role.

To be considered for this exciting role please send applications including a cover letter addressing all essential and desirable criteria to jessica.warner@wesleymission.org.au.

Applications close: Friday, 17th February 2012, at 1pm

Applicants who are successful in securing an interview will need to be available for an interview onsite on Monday 20th February 2012.

Child protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

Wesley Mission ministers to a community with real needs. Through witness, work and the help of supporters we can turn lives around for good.

Lifeline is currently seeking an enthusiastic Trainer/Assessor to deliver training and assess students being accredited as Lifeline Telephone Counsellors across 3 sites – CBD, Ashfield and Sylvania. This position is based at Ashfield, 32 hours per week.

Essential Criteria:

• Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 40110) or currently completing TAE 40110 (which will be completed by August 2012)
• A passionate attitude to adult training and education
• A developing knowledge and understanding of the principles of delivering training
• Knowledge and skills of conducting assessments
• Experience working in a community welfare or mental health setting
• High level office computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office
• Must be available to work once a week between Tues & Thur from 11am-8pm

Desirable Criteria:

• Ability to work in a self directed manner; managing time and work commitments
• Commitment to working within a team environment.
• Some counselling or telephone counselling training and experience.

Join an organisation that makes a difference!

For more information on this position and the benefits of working with Wesley Mission, phone Ronnie Kakaire (02) 8922 9072 or email ronnie.kakaire@wesleymission.org.au

Applications, including a letter addressing the selection criteria should be sent to Ronnie Kakaire via email ronnie.kakaire@wesleymission.org.au

Only applications addressing the essential criteria will be considered.

Applications Close: Friday, February 17, 2012

Successful applicants will undergo a Criminal Record Check

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

• 30 hours, Monday to Thursday

An exciting opportunity to join the team at Quakers Hill Family Centre - the position will include:

• Developing creative and innovative strategies to strengthen the local community to better support families with children 0 – 8 years
• Providing a range of services including Supported Playgroups,  Parenting Programs, Community Groups and Events
• Developing strong partnerships with other services to increase access for local families

If you are highly energized and enthusiastic with lots of initiative then we want to talk to you!

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant qualifications and experience in Early Childcare,  Teaching, Community Welfare or Social Science
• Ability & initiative to connect with families, local services and businesses
• Knowledge & experience in early childhood development and parenting issues
• Understanding of Ecological practice and the importance of working with families in the context of their neighbourhood
• Ability to organise local groups and events
• Experience in group facilitation, including children’s groups such as story/music playtime and supporting both parents and children in building relationships through play and learning
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Current NSW driving license
• Computer literacy

This is a Families NSW funded position

Salary and conditions of employment in accordance with the SACS Award Grade 4.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Working with Children Check and a Criminal Record Check.

Application:

Please address the essential criteria listed above and email this with a copy of your CV to megan.turner@wesleymission.org.au

Applications close Friday, February 17, 2012
Please note only successful applicants will be notified

For further information please contact: Megan Turner on 9626 6620 or megan.turner@wesleymission.org.au

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

• Full Time Role
• Western Sydney Region

Honouring God, Serving People, Building Hope.

Wesley Mission is seeking a Case Manager to join the Dalmar Out of Home Care team. The position offers challenging and rewarding opportunities to work with children, birth parents and foster carers, as well as involvement in the recruitment, assessment and training of new carers.

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, Psychology or related discipline
• Flexible working hours including some evenings and weekends
• Current unrestricted drivers licence
• Ability to work as a part of a team and independently
• Demonstrated ability to write reports to a professional standard

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in Out of Home Care
• Previous employment with children and families
• Experience in Case Management

The agency provides regular supervision and support for all staff and opportunities for professional development + fully maintained vehicle + salary packaging.

For an information package, please contact
Elizabeth Thorpe on (02) 8805 7200.

For further information or information on salary and conditions of employment, please contact Rosanna Lade on (02) 8805 7200.

Written applications must address the above criteria to:
Rosanna Lade, Dalmar Children’s Services,
PO Box 7106, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153.

Applications close: Monday, 20th February 2012.

Child protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

• Make a difference!
• Flexible hours – casual position
• Location: Miranda

Wesley Mission currently seeks experienced and enthusiastic RNs interested in a casual position at our small friendly nursing home located in Miranda. Experience in aged care and ability to work independently is essential.

For enquiries please contact Janice Pearce on (02) 9522 6181 or send your application and CV via email to Kerry.brack@wesleymission.org.au

Closing date: 24 February 2012.

Please note, preferred applicants will be required to undergo an aged care check.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm the Mission's values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

• Full-time position available
• Private Psychiatric Hospital
• Friendly attractive working environment

Wesley Mission has a real mission – to change the lives of those in need. Wesley Hospital Kogarah has gained an excellent reputation in the private and public sector and is known for providing quality care and maintaining ethical values whilst operating as a commercial activity.

Wesley Hospital Kogarah is a 30 bed mental health facility located in Blake St, Kogarah, offering an extensive range of inpatient and day patient services.

We have an excellent opportunity for an administration assistant for day programs. You will work with the hospital administration group and therapy teams to ensure all administrative duties operate effectively, efficiently and accurately.

Essentially you will have previous administration experience, with strong MS Office skills, ability to multitask in a busy environment, demonstrated high levels of customer service and a team player.

Preferably you would have hospital/medical environment experience.

All preferred applicants will be required to undergo a criminal record history check. This is an award position with benefits of salary packaging.

If you’re keen to work where you can really make a difference, please send your resume and cover letter addressing essential skills to:

Amal Rezkalla
Administration Coordinator
Wesley Hospital Kogarah
7 Blake Street Kogarah NSW 2217.
PH (02) 8197 5800
Email amal.rezkalla@wesleymission.org.au

Applications close Sunday, February 26, 2012

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

• Casual position available
• Private Psychiatric Hospital
• Friendly attractive working environment

Wesley Mission has a real mission – to change the lives of those in need. Wesley Hospital Kogarah has gained an excellent reputation in the private and public sector and is known for providing quality care and maintaining ethical values whilst operating as a commercial activity.

Wesley Hospital Kogarah is a 30 bed mental health facility located in Blake St Kogarah, offering an extensive range of inpatient and day patient services.

We have an excellent opportunity for nurses passionate about making a difference in the mental health field and are looking to expand our nursing teams in General Psychiatry and preferably with an interest in Electroconvulsive Therapy and Recovery.

All preferred applicants will be required to undergo a criminal record history check. You will also need to be flexible and work a variety of shifts by arrangement.

If you’re keen to work where you can really make a difference, please send your enquiry to:

Mary Breslin, NUM,
Wesley Hospital Kogarah,
7 Blake Street, Kogarah NSW 2217.
PH (02) 8197 5800
Email mary.breslin@wesleymission.org.au

Applications close Sunday, February 26, 2012

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

Are you an exceptional trainer looking for casual or contract employment?

As a leading provider of Human Services Training to Government, Corporate and Community partners, Wesley Vocational Institute is seeking long term contract or casual trainers with minimum TAA04 / TAE10 who are qualified and experienced to deliver Certificate IV in Disabilities, Aged Care, Management, Business Administration, Mental Health and Suicide Prevention training  throughout NSW.

Essential Criteria:
• Drivers Licence and reliable vehicle
• Great MS Office computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Completed or completing a TAA04 or TAE 10
• Minimum Certificate IV Human Services qualification
• Minimum 3 Years relevant  industry experience since 2005 (with referees)
• Demonstrated experience providing great customer service

Desirable Criteria:
• Experience delivering to Indigenous and/or Culturally and Linguistically Diverse students
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Experience working within the AQTF framework

Please send applications with a cover letter addressing all essential and desirable criteria, and copies of current qualifications to Mellissa.Bui@wesleymission.org.au.

Applications not addressing all criteria will not be considered.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring staff to affirm the Mission’s values.

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