Team Leader Carer Wellbeing Support Services

Uniting Vic.Tas; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-driven organisation in Blackburn is looking for a Team Leader for Carer Wellbeing Support Services. This hybrid role focuses on the delivery and quality of carer programs while ensuring compliance with requirements. Candidates must have a relevant university degree and at least three years of related experience. The position offers various benefits, including parental leave and leadership development, and aims to create a supportive team culture. Apply if you're ready to make a real impact in the community.

Benefits

Extra 17.5% on annual leave pay

Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900

10% childcare discount

Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave

Leadership development opportunities

Qualifications

• University qualification, degree level or above in social welfare, psychology, Social Work or related discipline plus three years post qualifying experience.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of the Carer programs and supports.
• Ability to manage programs/services, staff and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver Carer Gateway Program and Support for Carers Program outcomes.
• Ensure services meet statutory and reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the development of strategic initiatives and plans.

Skills

Experience in Carer programs and supports

Leadership experience

Program and budget management

Problem solving and decision making

Support for change and team culture improvement

Public speaking skills

Education

University qualification in social welfare, psychology, or related discipline

Job description

• Permanent full-time (Hybrid-role)
• Based in Blackburn
• Join a values-driven organisation making a real impact

Your new role

The Team Leader Carer Wellbeing Support Services is responsible for the development, delivery, performance and quality of the Carer Gateway Program and Support for Carers Program outcomes. The position has an operational focus but is expected to contribute to the development of strategic initiatives and plans. The position is responsible for ensuring services meet and maintain accountability for statutory and reporting requirements.

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your base salary + super, you can access the following.

• Anextra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave
• Ability toincrease your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more
• 10% discount for eligible employees on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre
• Up to10 weeks paid parental leave
• Our people are central–accessleadership development

Your skills and experience

University qualification, degree level or above in social welfare, psychology, Social Work or related discipline plus three years post qualifying experience.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated experience and understanding of the Carer programs and supports.
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role.
• Ability to manage programs/services, staff and budgets.
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem solving, innovative thinking and decision making.
• Demonstrated ability to support change and improve team culture.
• Experience in developing and leading complex programs/services in the delivery of high-quality, consumer- and/or community-centric services.
• Public speaking skills are highly desirable.

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How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your interest.

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.

For any questions, please reach out to Abraham de Wet, Manager Carer Wellbeing Support Services on 8521 7409 or [e-mail] to arrange a chat.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

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