NPSS Coordinator MNC

Pathfinders is a community-based organisation providing supported accommodation and homelessness services, family and youth support services, Juvenile Justice and Out of Home Care services across the New England, Mid-North Coast and North West Tablelands of NSW. 

Pathfinders’ vision is that all children, young people and their families will have a home where they feel they belong, are free from abuse and neglect, are able to achieve their full potential and are supported by appropriate and timely community services.

Our Non-Placement Support Services Program is currently looking for a Full Time Non-Placement Support Service Coordinator. The position can be based in one of our Taree, Port Macquarie or Coffs Harbour offices.

Non-Placement Support Service (NPSS program)

Non-Placement Support Services is a fee-for-service program offering a range of services including supervised family time, transport, youth mentoring, and respite support.

The NPSS Coordinator will:

• Be located in either Coffs Harbour, Taree or Port Macquarie Pathfinders office
• Manage, coordinate and participate in the day-to-day operations of the NPSS Program and provide direct service delivery as needed
• Provide effective leadership and direction to NPSS staff in Coffs Harbour, Taree and Port Macquarie, to ensure the delivery of high-quality youth and family support services
• Actively implement strategies to achieve the goals of the NPSS program and comply with all funding body and regulatory requirements
• To be suitable for this role the NPSS Coordinator will exhibit empathy, compassion and have a strong commitment to children, families, and community.
• The NPSS Coordinator will require knowledge and understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal and their families in providing cultural support and to provide services to Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children, young people, and families.
• All staff have a strong commitment to privacy and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality standards. 

This position is Level 5.3 under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Modern Award (“the SCHDSI Award”).

All applications must include the following components:

• Cover Letter addressing the Selection Criteria as provided in the job package.

• An updated resume including details of at least two recent work-related referees.

• Current Working with Children Check, current Police History Check and current Driver’s Licence.

Please download the job package from our website www.pathfinders.ngo to apply for this position.

Applications close at 9am on Friday 17^th January 2025.

Applicants who do not provide all the above will not be considered for an interview.

Applications should be lodged by email to hr@pathfinders.ngo and should be addressed to the Manager Corporate Services.

Pathfinders is committed to be a safe environment for children and young people and is a mandatory reporting Organisation.

Pathfinders is a non-smoking workplace and is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Opportunity and Cultural Diversity

For further information, please contact Chrissie Clark – Corporate Services Officer on 0461 504 095.