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Aruma is hiring a permanent part-time Manager Shared Living in Wodonga to lead a team of Support Workers delivering high quality, person centred services across Shared Living homes. You’ll drive safe, empowering support, coach a high performing team, oversee rosters and budgets, and ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards while partnering with residents, families and advocates to improve outcomes. Disability experience is valued but not essential; leaders from disability, aged care, health, mental health, community services, hospitality or retail are encouraged to apply. We offer a permanent part-time leadership role, competitive salary plus super, salary packaging, ongoing development and a values led, inclusive culture. For best results, tailor your CV and cover letter to show proven people leadership, outcomes, stakeholder engagement and safeguarding; apply early, as roles may close before the 4 September 2026 closing date, and if unsuccessful request feedback.

Manager Shared Living | Wodonga

Lead People. Build Community. Change Lives.

Are you an experienced people leader looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

At Aruma, we support people with disability to live great lives, on their terms. We're looking for a capable and values-driven Manager to lead our Shared Living services in Wodonga and help create safe, inclusive and person-centred homes where people can thrive.

This role is Permanent Part Time 32 hours per week based in Wodonga.

Disability experience is valued, but not essential.

We welcome applications from leaders in disability, aged care, health, mental health, community services, hospitality, retail, customer service, education and other people-focused environments.

If you've successfully led teams, managed competing priorities and are passionate about supporting people, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Aruma?

At Aruma, you'll have the opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a lasting impact in your local community.

 What we offer:

• Permanent part-time leadership role
• Competitive salary plus superannuation
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing leadership development and career progression opportunities
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Meaningful work with a purpose-driven organisation
• Opportunity to influence culture, service quality and outcomes
• A values-led workplace that celebrates inclusion and diversity

About the Role

As Manager, you'll lead a team of Support Workers delivering high-quality services across Shared Living homes in the Wodonga region.

You'll play a key role in ensuring residents experience safe, empowering and person-centred support while leading your team to deliver exceptional outcomes.

This role combines people leadership, operational management and service quality responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach and support a team of Support Workers
• Foster a positive, engaged and high-performing team culture
• Ensure services align with person-centred and human rights-based practice
• Partner with residents, families, advocates and stakeholders
• Support positive behaviour support strategies and safeguarding practices
• Oversee workforce planning, rosters and service delivery
• Manage budgets and financial performance
• Ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards, policies and quality requirements
• Drive continuous improvement and service excellence

About You

You'll be a confident and compassionate leader who is passionate about supporting people and developing teams.

You'll bring:

• Experience leading and developing teams
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing operational priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• A commitment to inclusion, dignity and person-centred practice
• Experience in disability, aged care, healthcare, community services or another people-focused sector is highly regarded

If you don't meet every requirement but believe you'd be a great fit, we encourage you to apply.

Why Wodonga?

Enjoy the best of regional living with all the conveniences of a thriving city. Nestled on the border of Victoria and New South Wales, Wodonga offers an affordable lifestyle, excellent schools, vibrant cafés and restaurants, stunning natural surrounds, and easy access to outdoor adventures. It's a place where you can grow your career, build meaningful community connections, and enjoy a great work-life balance.

Our Values

At Aruma, we are BRAVE:

Bold - We speak up for what's right

Respectful - We honour every person's dignity

Accountable - We lead with integrity

Value Teamwork - We achieve more together

Excellent - We strive for quality every day

These values guide everything we do and how we support people, families and each other.

Our Commitment

At Aruma, we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are focused on creating an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

Our Recruitment Approach 

We review applications as they come in and move quickly to interview great candidates, so we encourage you to apply early. While we include an indicative closing date, roles may close sooner if we find the right person. Applications received later in the process may not progress. If you’re unsuccessful and would value feedback, please feel welcome to reach out to our Talent team.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to lead a dedicated team, make a real difference and build a rewarding leadership career with Aruma, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date: Friday 4th September 2026