We are currently seeking a passionate and professional Fun Squad Assistant Service Manager to join the team at our PCYC Mackay West Fun Squad Service. As the Assistant Service Manager, you will support the Fun Squad Service Manager to support team members and assist with daily duties. If you love working with children, then we want to hear from you.
What we can offer
Permanent:
- In addition to your remuneration, enjoy generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per annum tax free. This will allow you to take home more of your income before it is taxed!
- Free PCYC Gym Membership
- 15% discount on PCYC services such as Fun Squad, Gymnastics and Little n Active
- Flexible work options may be available
- Volunteer day every year – volunteer in a different area of the Organisation and get involved in your community!
- Bonus leave day during the Christmas Closedown
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Retention leave: receive the benefit of additional leave on your 3, 5 and 10-year anniversaries
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to our online learning management system and facilitated programs, such as our Leadership Development Program – Your career progression is important to us!
- Access to our corporate health plan with HCF, offering very competitive and comprehensive health insurance products
Your New Role
You will support the Service Manager to lead and manage the service to ensure operation in line with government regulations, legislation, National Quality Framework and organisational requirements. A key focus of the role is to support the Service Manager to build and maintain stakeholder relationships to increase commitment to the PCYC brand, while inspiring a supportive culture of safety in line with PCYC Queensland values. We’re committed to fostering a supportive, respectful, and positive atmosphere where everyone is welcome. Every interaction with our members is designed to contribute to their sense of belonging and growth. By joining us, you’ll play a crucial role in directly influencing positive change in your community. Click ‘apply’ to be taken directly to our PCYC careers page to download the Position Description and obtain more information.
About You
- Minimum Certificate III in childhood studies or other qualifications recognised by the regulatory authority AND working towards a Diploma in childhood studies or other qualifications recognised by the regulatory authority
- Must hold one of the following child protection certificates: CHCPRT025 - Identify and report children and young people at risk, CHCPRT026 - Support the rights and safety of children and young people, or CHCECE057 - Use collaborative practices to uphold child protection principles
- Ability to lead and manage a multidisciplinary Fun Squad team
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations governing Fun Squad operations
- Hold a Working with Children Check/Blue Card (or able to obtain)
- Hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate (or able to obtain)
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
PCYC Queensland is committed to creating safe, inclusive environments where children and young people are protected, respected and supported to thrive. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility across our teams, supported by our long-standing partnership with the Queensland Police Service (QPS).
Please note: Working With Children Check (Blue Card) No Card, No Start and Restricted Person legislation applies. All PCYC employees are required to complete a National Police Check upon commencement.
PCYC is committed to building and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
For more information, please contact the Service Manager, Ashlee Wilson on 0418396386
