Team Leader - Brighter Futures ProgramPermanent Full-time contract This role is paid under the Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Award 2010- Level 6About the Opportunity:We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated leader to join the Brighter Futures Team at Samaritans!Lead highly skilled case managers in delivering top-tier, evidence-based support and programs. Team Leaders ensure the maintenance of a child-focused, family-centered, resilience, and strengths-based framework.We are looking for someone that will collaborate with the Department of Communities and Justice for effective program delivery to Brighter Futures clients and the broader community.Why work for us?Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits: Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schoolsSalary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)Discounted private health insurance through MedibankCareer and development opportunities – we want you to flourish!Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport ProgramFree access to our corporate Employee Assistance ProgramPaid parental leave (after 12 months of service)About you:Degree Qualification in Social Sciences / Social Work / Psychology or related degreePrior experience in leading staff and coordination of programs, and experience in providing formal support and supervision to staff and students.Thorough understanding of current evidence-based practice and models of intervention for working with children and families; with a particular focus on developmental and attachment theories and child protection frameworksProven experience and knowledge of issues that arise in working with families where there are high vulnerabilities, complex needs and issues of mental health, domestic violence and child protectionDemonstrated experience in case management practice and assessing the developmental and psychosocial needs of children and families.Thorough understanding of the current Child Protection legislation.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively consultatively and appropriately share expertise within a trans-disciplinary team.Computer literacy, excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with children and adults from a wide range of socio-economic, professional and cultural backgrounds.Experience in delivery of services to indigenous and culturally and linguistically diverse communities.Desirable: A minimum of five years post-qualifying experience in the delivery of human services.The successful applicant will possess or willingness to obtain the following: NSW Working with Children Check, Criminal history check, Drivers Licence, first aid & CPR certificate and undertake a pre-employment functional medical.Who we are? Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au You must have the right to live and work in Australia.Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.
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