Team Leader

**Introduction**:
Let's conquer 2024 side by side #JoinTheAdventure.
About Us
We are one of the largest and progressive not-for-profit regional community services providers in South Australia. Established over 100 years ago, we are headquartered in Port Pirie with over 340 talented, qualified employees and over 170 dedicated volunteers.
Our positive, hands-on involvement in regional communities is rewarding and enriching, both for staff and for the people we work with.
Every day we celebrate diversity, thrive on inclusion and demand equity. We provide a collaborative, supportive and flexible working environment while constantly advocating for change to make things even better
About You
We are always on the lookout for people who share our values and passion to join our team. We can offer you the chance to thrive in a career that makes a difference in people's lives.
If you are kind, compassionate, believe in a society that is fair and justice for all the community, then we want you
Why Join Us
**You will have**:

- Flexible working arrangements and salary packaging benefits.
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members.
- A seat at the table where grassroots changes/improvements are made to tackle social justice issues.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing initiatives.
- A career pathway with a comprehensive induction, as well as continuous training.
- Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.

We recognise that diversity in our workforce enables us to better support our clients' aspirations and goals. So, if you are a person living with a disability, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, part of the LGBTIQA+ community, from a culturally diverse group, have lived experience or are unique in any other way, we would love to hear from you.
We are proud to be a White Ribbon Accredited Workplace and a member of Pride in Diversity, and in 2021 we were ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in Australia.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.
Experience the difference. Make change together.
Uniting Country SA - Caring for Country People
ucsa.org.au
**Description**:
**Position Location**: Location negotiable - Port Pirie / Kadina / Clare or Peterborough
**Position Status**: Part Time 0.6FTE
**Closing Date for Applications**: 17th September 2024
The Children and Parenting Support Services program aims to ensure that children have the best start in life by focusing on targeted intervention approaches. These approaches aim to bring about positive family functioning, safely and child development outcomes for children and their families, particularly those who are vulnerable and/or disadvantaged.
As the Team Leader, you will ensure all staff under your direct supervision are supported to assess and respond to the individual needs of families in a manner which is inclusive and respectful. You will support your team to ensure they provide appropriate support to parents to achieve positive child development outcomes.
Please view the Position Description for further information on the duties and responsibilities of the role.
**Skills and Experiences**:
**You will**:

- Role model exemplary leadership and commitment to UCSA's vision and values.
- Contribute to the budget development and provide reports to the manager.
- Have empathy for children and their families particularly those who are vulnerable and/or disadvantaged.

**It is essential for you to have**:

- Current Australian Drivers Licence.
- Relevant experience, in a paid or voluntary capacity.

A Diploma (or above) in a Human Services or Management related discipline will be highly regarded.
**Special Conditions**:

- This role requires travel throughout our geographical footprint and occasional intra and interstate travel.
- You may also need to be available for some out of hours work.

Our process requires you to provide a Resume, Cover Letter and a statement addressing the Duties and Responsibilities contained within the Position Description. You will need to put this information in three (3) separate documents and upload each document.
Please contact Hayley Broadfoot on 0427 394 025 for any questions concerning this position.