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Session Leader - Civic (Canberra, ACT, AU, 2601) @ Australian Red Cross Lifeblood.

Canberra, ACT, AU, 2601OnsiteFull-time
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<ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Fixed Term Part-Time opportunity - 50-70 hours per fortnight until May 2027</strong></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Varied shifts across a rotating roster - Monday to Sunday</strong></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Located at Canberra Plasma Only DC</strong> <strong>Donor Centre, Aust. Capital Territory + our Mobile Unit</strong></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Salary starting from $47.01 per hour + Penalties (if applicable) + Super + Salary Packaging and more</strong></span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#800000"><u><strong>Discover life-giving possibilities</strong></u></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#800000"><strong><u>About the role</u></strong></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">We’re currently seeking a Session Leader to join our team at the Canberra Plasma Only DC Donor Centre. Reporting to the Donor Centre Manager, you’ll provide operational oversight to ensure that the end-to-end donation experience runs efficiently with no compromise on quality or safety. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">As a Session Leader, you’ll provide direction, inspiration and support for your team to achieve common goals and foster team effectiveness, as well as managing tough issues with respect. You’ll value self-awareness and reflect on your own strengths and areas for development, making you an even stronger leader. A day in the centre could see you: </span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Deliver a supportive and safe experience to our amazing donors</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Develop and coach teams</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Physically insert and remove needles to collect donations</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Act as the first point of contact for any complex donor assessments</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Provide clinical oversight to team to ensure phlebotomy success</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Show pride in upholding our high safety and quality standards </span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for:</span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Leadership experience with the ability to coach and provide performance feedback</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build a warm connection with donors</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Collaborative nature with a strong sense of teamwork</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Digital and technical aptitude</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>To view the current operational hours for this centre, please check here: <a title="Original URL: https://www.lifeblood.com.au/donor-centre. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lifeblood.com.au%2Fdonor-centre&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cnlewy%40redcrossblood.org.au%7Cc43187f45d0748ae0c4d08de646bb396%7C957b3627a6294769908dff92d7d3323d%7C1%7C0%7C639058610892277656%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=CBA4248LU3hsPKZfLmmdEP84P4CReWVFYsTjRJGdOKQ%3D&amp;reserved=0">Find a donor centre near you | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood</a> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#800000"><u><strong>Benefits and Wellbeing</strong></u></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">We place our employee&apos;s well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following:</span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to purchase additional annual leave</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Discounted private health cover with fantastic corporate benefit</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Discounted access to 1,430+ gyms &amp; pools all over Australia</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program; Free, 24/7 and confidential health, safety and wellbeing support</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Plus, many more!</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#800000"><strong>Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW! </strong></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p>We’re proud to be a Circle Back Initiative Employer for 2026 and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us once your application has been reviewed. </p> <p> </p> <p>Have a question about the role or do you need support or adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process? Email Sami, our AI Careers Assistant, at <a title="mailto:[email protected]" href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="noopener">[email protected]</a>. Sami can help with common questions, and if your question needs more support, it will be escalated to our Talent Acquisition team.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Please note: we can’t accept applications sent directly to this email address.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><em>This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t be accepting applications from external recruitment agencies for this role. </em></p><div></div>

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