Program Manager### Program ManagerApply: Broken Hill, Far West, NSW: Dareton
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- Far West Region Brighter Futures: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 3, 2026 (28 days left to apply): JR107367
* Permanent Full-Time Opportunity* $118,063 per annum + Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging*

Location:
Broken Hill NSW 2880* Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in needLife at Mission AustraliaWhen you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all.
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and our purpose.Your OpportunityAcross Broken Hill, Dareton, Wilcannia and Menindee, robust local services and trusted relationships can make a lasting difference for people and communities. We’re seeking an experienced Program Manager with strong mental health and AOD experience to lead our Adult and Youth AOD and Commonwealth Psychosocial Support programs across the Far West. You’ll lead case workers and peer workers, strengthen local partnerships and support your team to deliver compassionate, person-centred services that respond to the needs of each community. With Mission Australia, you’ll have the opportunity to lead with purpose and help people recover, reconnect and build healthier, more stable lives.Your responsibilities will be to:* Lead, support and develop multidisciplinary teams delivering Adult and Youth AOD and Commonwealth Psychosocial Support services across Broken Hill and Dareton.
* Provide values-led leadership, coaching and supervision that builds a capable, engaged and accountable team.




* Oversee case work and peer-led service delivery, ensuring services are person-centred, culturally responsive and focused on positive client outcomes.
* Ensure programs meet contractual requirements, funding guidelines, quality frameworks, KPIs and organisational policies.
* Foster safe, consistent and high-quality practice across services supporting people experiencing mental health, psychosocial and AOD challenges.
* Build and maintain strong partnerships with local health providers, community organisations, referral partners and other stakeholders across Far West NSW.
* Use a strong understanding of Broken Hill, Dareton and Far West communities to support locally responsive service delivery.
* Monitor program performance, identify risks and opportunities, and drive continuous improvement across the services.
* Manage program resources, budgets and expenditure responsibly while maintaining effective service delivery.
* Champion a culture of safety, inclusion, collaboration and client focus, ensuring children and young people accessing services are supported within a child-safe environment.Requirements for Success* Relevant tertiary qualification combined with substantial experience in community, health, human services or a related field.
* Demonstrated experience within mental health and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) services, with the ability to lead teams working with people with complex support needs.




* Strong people leadership skills, with demonstrated experience coaching, developing and supporting multidisciplinary teams.
* Sound understanding of psychosocial support, recovery-oriented and person-centred approaches.
* Experience leading programs within a complex community service environment while achieving service outcomes, contractual requirements and KPIs.
* Strong understanding of Far West NSW communities, including the opportunities and challenges associated with delivering services across regional communities.
* Demonstrated ability to establish trusted relationships and collaborate effectively with community organisations, health services and other key stakeholders.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead through change, navigate complexity and address issues constructively.
* Experience managing budgets, resources, reporting, risks and compliance requirements.
* Current NSW Driving LicenceBefore starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.Your benefitsTo ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:
* Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
* Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay)
* Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support
* Volunteering opportunities
* Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
* Extra leave including: Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day offOur cultureOur innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued

📌 Program Manager (Broken Hill)
🏢 Mission Australia
📍 Broken Hill