Mental Health Team Lead Position

14 hours ago


Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia CatholicCare Wollongong Full time

CatholicCare Wollongong is a leading provider of mental health services to children, young people, and families in the Illawarra region.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Team Leader to join our School, Student, and Family Program (SSFP) team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality mental health and well-being services to students, their families, and the school community.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a background in mental health, and a passion for supporting young people and families. You will bring an empathetic, solution-focused approach to your work and thrive in a team-oriented environment.

About the Role

In this role, you will lead a team of dedicated school counsellors, ensuring the delivery of excellent support services for students, their families, and the school community. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading, mentoring, and supporting a team of skilled counsellors and practitioners
  • Overseeing the delivery of mental health and well-being services to ensure high standards and alignment with CatholicCare's values and mission
  • Collaborating with school principals, stakeholders, and community partners to understand needs, promote services, and strengthen partnerships
  • Conducting regular supervision, performance reviews, and professional development sessions with team members
  • Managing case allocation, monitoring workloads, and providing guidance on complex cases as needed
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A degree in Social Work, Social Science, Counselling, or Psychology
  • Up-to-date knowledge and recent experience in the provision of Clinical Supervision
  • Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a mental health, counselling, or social services setting
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with children, young people, and families, preferably within a school environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, manage, and delegate tasks effectively
What We Offer

CatholicCare Wollongong offers a competitive salary package, including:

  • $90,000 - $110,000 per annum
  • Salary Packaging options
  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid working models
  • Additional paid personal leave every year
  • Long Service Leave after 7 years
  • Study Leave
  • Access to free and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program


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