About the role
selectability is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Full-time Team Leader - Child & Family Care to join our team in Bowen.
As a team leader, you will be responsible for leading a team of Child & Family Care professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people in our care. Our youth residential program provides care and intensive support to children and young people with diverse needs.
Team leaders play a vital role in supporting children and young people to live their best lives. They provide guidance and support to youth workers and maintain compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and organisational policies. Building effective relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies, families, and young people, is essential.
You will lead, coach, and mentor a team of senior youth workers and youth workers, ensuring individual needs are met while promoting cultural safety and competence. Responsibilities include overseeing house operations with a strengths-based, person-centred approach, maintaining a focus on outcomes, and ensuring team compliance and development.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Overseeing daily operations of Child & Family Care services, including monitoring and supporting youth workers, safety checks, property cleanliness, behaviour support plans, and compliance.
* Ensuring all team members are trained and up-to-date with procedures and regulations.
* Providing support and guidance to staff as needed.
* Reporting concerns or incidents to management.
* Delivering excellent customer service to stakeholders.
* Maintaining professional boundaries and accurate records.
* Facilitating team meetings and professional development.
* Supporting children and young people with their individual care plans and goals.
* Empowering children and young people to maintain their environment.
About you
To succeed, you must:
* Hold a minimum or equivalent of a Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention for Residential Care.
* Possess a positive attitude and effective communication skills.
* Be computer literate with accurate record management.
* Have experience working in a team environment and problem-solving skills.
* Follow policies and procedures consistently.
* Work effectively with diverse communities and individuals.
* Be available for on-call support and willing to travel across sites.
You will also need:
* A current P1 'C' class Queensland driver's license.
* A fully registered, roadworthy, and comprehensive vehicle.
* Current First Aid and CPR certificates or the ability to obtain them.
* A Blue Card (Working with Children) or the ability to obtain one.
* NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or the ability to obtain it.
* Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety & You.'
About the offer & benefits
We offer:
* A full-time hourly rate of $46.93 + super.
* Up to $15,900 FBT salary packaging benefits.
* 50% discounted training via our RTO.
* Access to fitness passport.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Career development opportunities.
* Employee assistance program with confidential counselling.
How to apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and why you're the best fit for this role.
For more information, contact our HR team at 07) 48643000 or email .
About us
selectability is a not-for-profit charity focused on improving mental wellbeing and preventing suicide across regional Queensland. We have expanded our services to include Child & Family Care and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf. Visit our website to learn more.
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