Team Leader

Posted: 30/01/2025 Closing Date: 27/02/2025 Salary: $115,000.00 - $119,000.00 Job Type: Contract - Full Time Location: Narre Warren Job Category: Community Services and Development,Other Want to know why it’s an exciting time to join Windermere? Firstly, there is no other organisation quite like us. Why do you ask? We are an independent community service organisation working across the Southeast of Victoria to help those who need it most. Our unique range of services include; Communities for Children, Family Health & Wellbeing, Childhood Development, Education & Support, Early Intervention Therapy Services, NDIS Support Coordination and Plan Management, Homelessness Support, Counselling Services, assistance to support victims of trauma, assault and violent crimes and Recovery Support Services. In line with Windermere’s Strategic Plan our **Team Leader Communities for Children**role is to ensure we continue to create stronger, more connected and supported communities. We are seeking a highly organised, excellent communicator who would enjoy a varied workload, supporting the needs of CfC Cranbourne and supporting its Community Partners who support the needs of children and families experiencing vulnerability. CfC is an initiative of the Federal Government Department of Social Services (DSS). Communities for Children Cranbourne supports children 0 - 12 years and their families, in the areas of wider Cranbourne, Clyde and Clyde North. Windermere is a proud provider of this initiative in the local community that includes Cranbourne, Berwick, Clyde and Narre Warren. **Why work at Windermere?** We are committed to outcome-focused care for children, families and individuals and to making a positive difference in the community. As well as tailored support services for individuals and families, Windermere provides a varied scope of services to support disadvantaged and vulnerable people. Windermere offers a culture of flexibility, support and wellbeing. Staff Benefits - this is where we stand out from the crowd Windermere offers staff a wide range of unique benefits beyond the salary. - Flexible Ways of Working - home, in the office or combination of both - Above Award Personal Leave and 17.5% annual leave loading - Gifted days off (between Christmas and New Year) - Employee Referral Program - $500 per referral - Flexible Leave Scheme (50/52, 51/52) - Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year + additional $2,650 meals and entertainment) - Structured performance and 1-on-1 development check-ins - Secondment and career growth opportunities - Staff discount program for everyday items - Opportunities for professional development - Study Leave provisions - Rostered Days Off - 9 Day Fortnight - Paid Parental Leave Windermere care about staff and strive for continuous improvement, which is why we regularly ask our staff and consumers about what we can do better. n our staff survey from May 2024, 90% of respondents said they were "_proud to work at Windermere_" and 89.7% feel "_we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion_". Utilising your strong leadership and supervision experience, you will be responsible for supporting, coaching and leading a small established team. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the Manager - Evidence, Innovation & Practice liaising between Government and local communities. You will ensure that programs operate within existing funding compliance requirements, program development and service improvement, maintaining and improving culture and cross-site professional relationships, and being a positive advocate for change. The Team Leader is also responsible for maintaining a strong relationship with key stakeholders in Cranbourne, community partners, DSS, and local government, along with an understanding of the Cranbourne Community as a whole. You will play a key role in developing the next Cranbourne Community Strategic Plan (CCSP). This is a full-time position or (.8 negotiable) and is fixed term until June 2026 with funding extension expected. Windermere also promotes a hybrid model of working remotely, within our Cranbourne location and other Windermere sites **Desired Skills and Experience**: **About You** You will hold Tertiary qualifications in Community Development, Social Work, Social Welfare or a similar level qualification. You will have a unique blend of sector experience, community development experience and strengths-based practice. A sound understanding of integrated service models; significant and demonstrated experience in stakeholder management, project management and compliance; as well as knowledge of basic financial reporting requirements. Your exceptional people skills and your natural ability to listen, learn, influence, build and support highly functioning teams, and manage effective stakeholder relationships will be key to your success. **Key Selection Criteria**: - Tertiary Qualification in Community Development or similar relevant discipline