ABOUT THE ROLE
The Programs Coordinator will develop, organise, coordinate and deliver, (or oversee) programs and activities tailored to the unique needs and preferences of the women and children residing at the Hobart Women’s Shelter.
The Hobart Women’s Shelter Programs Framework and Practice Framework underpin the delivery of programs that are safe, trauma-informed, inclusive, collaborative, and evidence-based.
The Programs Co-ordinator will ensure programs and activities have an emphasis on promoting wellbeing, building community, supporting families, recognising the needs of children and young people, and strengthening personal agency.
General requirements and hours:
- Females only may apply.
The Hobart Women's Shelter has an exemption under the Anti-Discrimination Act (1998) to appoint females only.
- The role is for a period of 12 months, 22.5 hours per week (3 days per week, usually 9am - 5pm, however on some occasions 10am -6pm to supervise activities in the early evening).
Whilst we cannot guarantee an ongoing contract beyond 12 months, we endeavour to seek funding to do so.
Qualifications required:
- Tertiary qualifications (minimum Diploma level) in a relevant field such as Community Services, Social Work, Youth Work, Counselling, Education, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience in program development and delivery within a community or support setting will also be considered.
Experience:
- Relevant experience in assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating programs or workshops in community service sectors such as children’s services, youth work, family support, homelessness, AOD, disability, aged care, or welfare.
Proven ability to work with individuals in crisis including those affected by trauma, domestic and/or family violence, and/or homelessness.
Experience coordinating high quality activities or training within set budgets and timeframes.
How to apply:
Please address the following Selection Criteria (maximum of 2 paragraphs per criteria).
Send your response along with your current CV/Resume, and a brief cover letter to admin@hobartws.org.au by Monday 21st April 2025.
Selection Criteria:
- Proven experience in designing, delivering, and evaluating trauma-informed programs for women and children, individually and in groups. Skilled in identifying, planning, and promoting activities, with the ability to conduct feedback and risk assessments to ensure safe and responsive program design.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain respectful, effective relationships with women and children from diverse backgrounds, as well as with colleagues, management, stakeholders, service providers, and government agencies.
- Demonstrated ability to utilise high-level IT skills to manage and report on program outcomes, including budget tracking, attendance monitoring, data analysis, and preparing evaluation reports. Ability to learn and navigate databases effectively, with a sound understanding of when and how to write clear, professional case notes.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and the Tasmanian Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework, with the ability to apply these in the development and delivery of safe, child-focused programs and activities.
- Demonstrated experience supporting vulnerable people affected by trauma, including those experiencing family violence, homelessness, and/or crisis situations.
