Coastlink, the Central Coast’s most trusted disability and aged care services provider, dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities or remaining in their homes in the latter part of their lives, is seeking a visionary and dynamic experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our organisation to the next level.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in disability, aged care, and disability accommodation service provision.
They must embody Coastlink’s core values of honesty, accountability, inclusion, respect, and empathy in their leadership style and have a proven track record of impactful leadership.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Proven executive experience with highly effective leadership skills.
- Demonstrated success in managing organisations through change.
- Demonstrated expertise in governance and compliance as it relates to the disability and aged care sector.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technology trends and their application to the disability and aged care sector.
- Demonstrated Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated Proficiency in team building and people development.
- Strong resource management and financial acumen.
- Demonstrated Innovative mindset and a commitment to accountability and transparency.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a Company Board to drive strategic growth.
- Knowledge of the disability and aged care sectors.
- Resourceful and entrepreneurial mindset for identifying growth opportunities.
- High emotional intelligence and alignment with Coastlink’s values.
- Knowledge and ability to manage a significant property portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Values:
- Lead by example, fostering a culture committed to Coastlink’s honesty, accountability, inclusion, respect, and empathy values.
- Build and mentor a high-performance leadership team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Inspire and empower teams to uphold exceptional customer service and clinical care standards.
- Possess a well-developed understanding of corporate governance principles.
- Demonstrate a high level of business acumen in decision-making and strategic planning.
- Strategic Vision:
- Develop and execute a growth strategy that aligns with the company’s vision, objectives, and values, positioning the organisation for long term success.
- Collaborate with the Coastlink Board to develop and implement the strategic vision for organisational growth and community impact.
- Operational Excellence:
- Achieve successful administrative and operational reform to enhance service quality and efficiency.
- Ensure strong financial management, risk mitigation, corporate and clinical governance, and compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement through a growth mindset, openness to change, and a commitment to feedback-driven reform.
- Promote high performance and empowerment within teams.
- Lead cultural development efforts to align the workforce with Coastlink’s values.
- Regular reporting to the board on growth, plans, and financials to drive the strategic change in the disability sector.
- Partnerships and Innovation:
- Build and maintain commercial partnerships to support Coastlink’s growth and sustainability.
- Identify opportunities for growth, such as capital investment, Social Enterprises, and public and private partnerships.
- Utilise technology advances in the disability sector to enhance service delivery, streamline operations and improve the experience of the clients.
- Community Engagement & Advocacy:
- Establish and strengthen community linkages to enhance Coastlink’s impact in the community.
- Collaborate with other organisations, government agencies, investors, and stakeholders to advance Coastlink’s mission.
- Advocate for people with disabilities and older individuals, acting as their effective representative.
- Understand and address the challenges faced by our clients, demonstrating empathy and a commitment to their well-being.
Coastlink: Where Leadership Meets Purpose. Unlock Your Potential as an Executive Leader in Disability and Aged Care.
Join Coastlink’s Visionary Team!
Are you ready to lead, innovate, and make a profound impact in the disability and aged care sector? Coastlink, an industry leader, is on the lookout for an exceptional Executive with a track record of success and a passion for creating positive change. If you’re a leader with a knack for navigating transformative change, and a deep understanding of governance, compliance, and emerging technology, we want YOU!
What You’ll Bring to Coastlink:
- Proven executive experience with highly effective leadership skills.
- Demonstrated success in managing organisations through change.
- Demonstrated expertise in governance and compliance as it relates to the disability and aged care sector.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technology trends and their application to the disability and aged care sector
- Demonstrated Excellent interpersonal andcommunication skills.
- Demonstrated Proficiency in team building and people development.
- Strong resource management and financial acumen.
- Demonstrated Innovative mindset and a commitment to accountability and transparency.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a Company Board to drive strategic growth.
- Knowledge of the disability and aged care sectors.
- Resourceful and entrepreneurial mindset for identifying growth opportunities.
- High emotional intelligence and alignment with Coastlink’s values.
- Knowledge and ability to manage a significant property portfolio.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of those we serve while enjoying a rewarding, dynamic, and growth-focused career at Coastlink. If you’re ready to be a driving force behind positive change, apply now.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Tuesday 24 October 2023.
For further information and enquiries: Deputy Chair Stephen Glen via stephen.glen@coastlink.org.au or 0418 432 730.
TO APPLY: board@coastlink.org.au
**Coastlink is undertaking the CEO’s recruitment process and it will not entertain the payment of any fees associated with the introduction of a successful applicant.**