Program Manager - Homelessness

About the Role

As Program Manager, you will oversee the strategic development and day-to-day operations of our homelessness services in the region. With a strong focus on inclusive, client-focused care, you will lead a team of dedicated professionals in delivering high-quality, compliant, and effective services aligned with The Salvation Army’s National Homelessness Stream Model of Care and broader strategic vision.

Based in Griffith, this role requires regular travel to Leeton, Narrandera and Wagga Wagga. Salary is in accordance with SCHADS Crisis 4.

How you will make an impact

• Lead high-performing teams to deliver inclusive, responsive homelessness support services
• Manage service contracts, funding agreements, and program budgets
• Drive continuous quality improvement and client-informed service development
• Embed and champion TSA’s Model of Care and practice frameworks
• Build and strengthen strategic partnerships across the sector
• Contribute to state and national homelessness agendas and initiatives
• Ensure workforce capability, staff wellbeing, and safe, positive workplace culture

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Community Development, Welfare, or a related field; or equivalent sector knowledge and experience
• Proven leadership and operational management experience in the social services sector
• Strong understanding of homelessness issues and service delivery models
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and drive positive outcomes
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning skills
• A commitment to inclusive and trauma-informed practice

What we offer

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

• Remote Area Housing Benefit to employees who live and work in the area (up to $31,800 tax free)
• Flexible working conditions
• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity
• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service.
• Opportunity for career development;
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

How to Apply

If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you.

We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values.  If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

Details

How to Apply

If you are excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you.

We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values.  If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

Apply using the link below: https://salvationarmy.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Salvos/job/Griffith-NSW-Australia/Program-Manager---Homeslessness_R52139-1

The Salvation Army

About us

The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s most loved and trusted service providers, helping thousands of individuals and families every year overcome hardship and find hope. We are currently seeking a passionate, strategic, and experienced Program Manager to lead our Homelessness Outreach Programs across the Murrumbidgee and Wagga Wagga region.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and deliver person-centred, trauma-informed services that genuinely change lives.