Team Leader

Overview

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Centrecare is a not-for-profit organisation with over 300 employees and is committed to delivering quality professional counselling, support, accommodation, mediation, and training services in over 11 locations across the Perth Metro, Goldfields and Bunbury region.

The Role

This position will oversee and guide a diverse team of staff working across youth services, reintegration, early intervention and financial counselling services, supporting families, children, young people and adults. The purpose of the role is to ensure the high-quality delivery of the programs to meet contractual requirements in a professional and ethical manner that reflects the ethos and practice of Centrecare. You will manage the staff who work in the programs by providing practical support and direction for clients facing complex issues.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about their work and dedicated to supporting staff and clients. The ideal applicant will have a therapeutic and evidence-based practice approach, with experience in dispute resolution and homelessness, as well as experience supervising employees.

Responsibilities

• Supporting staff by advising on complex cases and/or co-mediating.
• Networking with stakeholders, liaising with program stakeholders and attending relevant funding body meetings.
• Draft reports, review statistics, and contribute to management board reports.
• Provide regular management supervision with staff and group case management reviews.
• Provide training to staff on internal processes.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a strong leader and communicator who can work autonomously and collaboratively with Senior Management on long-term goals. The role requires the ability to mentor staff and provide a solution-focused approach.

To Be Successful, You Will Need

• Recognised qualifications in Justice, Psychology, Social Work/Sciences, Childhood Development and/or Family Studies or related disciplines or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Specialist knowledge of community services and service delivery.
• Experience in case management, report writing, tender writing, and coordination of client services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of culturally appropriate, strength-based approaches to client services.
• Ability to work under and follow policies and procedures.
• Current WA driver's license and reliable vehicle for travel when required.

Benefits

• Regional area zone allowance.
• Accommodation support of $300 per week for 12 weeks.
• Comprehensive training and professional development.
• Four weeks annual leave inclusive of a 17.5% leave loading.
• Five extra days paid leave pro rata.
• Twelve weeks paid maternity leave.
• Discounted corporate health cover provided by Bupa and Medibank.
• Study leave of five hours per week after two years of service.
• Insurance cover to and from work.
• Clinical and Management Supervision.
• Employee Assistance Program.

How To Apply

A full list of selection criteria is available on our online job portal. To be considered, please ensure the selection criteria is submitted with your application. Position closes: 6 June 2025. Shortlisting will commence straight away; Centrecare reserves the right to close the position early if needed. For queries, please contact Michelle Angell, Human Resources Lead, on (08) 9325 6644 for a confidential discussion.

Equal Opportunity

Centrecare is committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from First Nations people, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us at the time of application.

Centrecare also supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart andClosing the Gap.

www.centrecare.com.au

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