Holyoake has a proud 50-year history of giving people impacted by alcohol, drugs and mental ill health the support, hope and confidence they need to live the life they choose. We operate across five locations in Victoria Park, Midland, Northam, Narrogin and Merredin, and employ over 100 staff. The Holyoake Approach guides our way of working, and other benefits include:
We are currently recruiting for a Team Leader to form part of our Wheatbelt Community Alcohol and Other Drug Service (WCADS) on a permanent, full-time basis. Reporting directly to the Regional Manager, the Team Leader will work within a dynamic and supportive team environment.
Holyoake actively promotes a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
Responsibilities
* Provide effective line management and coaching to a team of 10–15 Counsellors, mainly based in the Northam office, who deliver services to individuals and families affected by alcohol and other drug issues.
* Manage fostering and other HR functions in collaboration with senior management and executive leadership.
* Monitor service quality, consistency and compliance with contractual and organisational requirements.
* Assist in the identification of service gaps and contribute to service development and continuous improvement.
* Develop effective collaborative working relationships with stakeholders and promote Holyoake services to the broader community.
* Contribute to the development of reports and data to relevant funding bodies and external stakeholders.
* Identify opportunities for innovative service delivery and contribute to the development of service options for consumers.
Qualifications
* Relevant tertiary qualification in psychology, social work, counselling or related field.
* Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of clinical interventions (preferably within the alcohol and other drugs sector).
* Demonstrated experience in managing a community service program.
* Experience in leading and developing effective teams.
* Experience working in the Northam/Wheatbelt region (Desirable).
* High level of communication and interpersonal skills, including report and submission writing.
* Demonstrated ability to successfully build partnerships and work collaboratively (National Police Clearance, no more than three months old).
* Current WA Driver's Licence.
Benefits
* Starting salary of $113,815 (effective 1 July 2026).
* Up to 3 days additional Christmas leave.
* Options to salary package up to $15,900 per annum for general living expenses and an additional $2,650 per annum for entertainment benefits, to increase your take home pay.
* Excellent opportunity to be a part of a values led organisation and make a difference.
* Free parking on site at Northam office.
EEO Statement
Holyoake is committed to developing employees and provides a flexible and supportive working environment. We offer:
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the key selection criteria above.
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