October2019

midwestcommunityliving.org.au

CEOAPPLICATIONPACK

MIDWEST COMMUNITYLIVING ASSOCIATION

CEO Application PackThank you for taking the time to consider Midwest Community Living Association as your next career

step. Inside this pack you will find information about the organisation, the role, the location and the

process.

Should you have any queries, do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team at the details on the

last page.

BackgroundOver 15 years ago a group of local parents of children with disability had a vision; a life where their

children could mature as adults living in their own homes as part of the community, where they could

truly have “a lifestyle of choice and opportunity”. Midwest Community Living was formed as an

organisation to bring that vision to life.

MWLCA is a Geraldton based not for profit organisation, led by a board of local people who are

passionate about the community and the people who we support. Midwest Community Living provide

a range of supports for people with disability so they can live in their own homes with the back up and

support of a local organisation. We currently manage 19 houses through the Community Disability

Housing Program (CDHP), and support many people with disability in the Midwest to live a lifestyle of

choice and opportunity.

We are experienced in working alongside people with disability as well as supporting families who

care for a person with disability. We have dedicated coordinators to assist in meeting the needs of

individuals or assisting others in planning support for the person they care for.

Our mission is to enrich the lives of people with disability and their families by supporting choices and

creating opportunities to live as part of the community.

We have a personal touch – our door is always open. We love what we do. We listen to our

community. Our local governance and management allows us to be more responsive to the needs of

clients. We offer services 24 hours a day 7 days a week and cater for all ages – children to adults.

We have a diverse team of support workers who are passionate about offering quality services to

people with disability and their families.

One size doesn’t fit all! At MWCLA we get to know our clients, ask about their likes / dislikes and

support them to live the lifestyle that they choose.

About the PositionThe role of the Chief Executive Officer is to lead and manage the operations of Midwest Community

Living Association, to achieve the objectives of the organisation within the strategic and policy

directions set by the Board and continue to oversee the transition to NDIS.

Reporting directly to the Board, the CEO sets the cultural climate of the organisation and leads the

team through their commitment to MWCLA’s Mission and Vision. All decisions and actions taken by the

CEO must align with the core values. All interactions with the board, staff and stakeholders are

undertaken in a spirit of honest and open communication.

Your passion is centered in the community and improving our clients’ lives inspires you.

You’re an experienced, values-based leader with a demonstrated ability to build effective,

capable and collaborative teams and you are used to reporting to a board of directors

You have experience working in Not for Profit and/or Disability Services and Community Housing

sectors.

Your relationship management and people skills are exceptional.

You understand the need to carefully plan and prepare for success around change

management.

Please refer to the position description for the essential criteria which need to be addressed as part

of the application for the position.

About You

About Geraldton & the MidwestLocated 424 kilometres north of Perth with a thriving population of over 41,000, Greater Geraldton

has been named one of Australia’s regional capitals.

The City boasts a prosperous economy and a number of industries including mining, fishing,

manufacturing, construction, retail and tourism. As one of Western Australia’s top places to live,

work, study or invest, Geraldton is the capital of the Mid West region. With the best of coastal and

rural living, Greater Geraldton has stunning weather all-year round. With mild winters, balmy autumn

evenings, summers cooled by regular sea breezes and spring bursting with stunning wildflowers, you

can enjoy all that Geraldton has to offer no matter what time of the year.

Geraldton’s coastline is a huge tourist attraction and it has a beautiful Foreshore to match. Other

attractions include the iconic lighthouse, the HMAS Sydney Memorial and the Houtman Abrolhos

Islands which are located 80km off the coast of Geraldton. Greater Geraldton is also home to a

number of private and public schools from K-12 as well as the opportunity for higher education

studies with the Geraldton University Centre, Central Regional TAFE and the Batavia Coast Marine

Institute.

The City has a rich long-spanning heritage with much of that still preserved throughout the City.

Click here to check out this video on what makes Geraldton WA a great place to live, work and

play.

Organisational Structure

Recruitment Timeline

Could you be our next dynamic and influential CEO? Then we

want to hear from you.

To Apply

Applications must be submitted electronically and must include:Your resume/CV including at least two work refereesA statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the selection criteria listed atthe end of the Position Description, and summarising your experience and skills inrelation to the position requirements.

Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered. Applications close Monday 4 November 2019 at 5pm and should be emailed to:hello@carrieco.com.au with subject 'MWCLA CEO Application.' Please note that the recruitment timeline within this pack outlines the dates forinterviews and second interviews, including assessments and potential travelrequirements. Please ensure you have factored these into your diaries should yoube successful at moving forward to the interview stage. Thanks again for considering Midwest Community Living Association as the next stepin your employment journey. For further information on the process please contact:Carrie PuzzarPrincipal ConsultantCarrie & Co0427 551 705hello@carrieco.com.au For further information on the role, please contact:Trish AndersonBoard ChairpersonMidwest Community Living Association0439 300 088

Application Process