Clinical Team Leader, Act

Join Canteen and make a difference by impacting the lives of young people affected by Cancer.

• Be a part of an inspiring, positive and genuine team culture.

• Based in Canberra / Hybrid balance

• $100k-$105k + super and benefits

About us

Canteen is dedicated to supporting young people and their families affected by cancer. Founded by young cancer patients, our mission is to provide essential programs, services, and resources that positively impact the lives of 12-25 year-olds facing their own diagnosis, dealing with a close family member's cancer, or grieving the loss of a loved one. We believe in the transformative power of our team, and together, we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Canteen’s success is built on the capability and motivation of its people. We are now seeking a Clinical Team Leader who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and leadership of the Clinical Team in Canberra, with a focus on quality service provision. This role holds their own clinical caseload alongside their Team Leadership responsibilities, driving exceptional outcomes for young people and families impacted by cancer. This is a high-impact role for a qualified Clinician, with a natural ability to connect and support.

We connect, we empower, we challenge, and we are real. These values ground the way we work at Canteen, and underpin a culture that brings people together, collectively, in an inspiring and positive way. Being a part of our team offers you a rewarding, purposeful and genuine experience, with endless opportunities. Find out more on our LinkedIn Life Page.

About our benefits

• Base Salary + Superannuation + Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free).

• 5 Weeks Annual Leave.

• Learning & Development opportunities.

• Specific to this role, we are also offering a relocation package.

About our role

• Onboard, lead and develop clinicians to deliver high quality and evidence-based therapeutic sessions, case management support and programs to ensure young people and families are supported through their cancer experience.
• Act as an immediate escalation point for clinical and programs staff for clinical risk management and clinical advice.
• Provide active and engaging direct line management, leadership, modelling and guidance to Psychosocial Clinicians and support roles.
• Develop service delivery reports for State Manager, GM-Services and other departments.
• In collaboration with the national research team, ensure robust monitoring and evaluation processes are being undertaken in service delivery.
• Ensure adherence to the Best Practice and evidence-informed clinical standards.
• Build effective relationships with key stakeholders, especially in the health and community sector that enable reach of service, to develop strong pathways to care.
• Deliver presentations about the needs of young people impacted by cancer.
• Participate in working groups and committees as part of Canteen’s commitment to cross organizational collaboration.
• In collaboration with and under the guidance of the National Clinical Advisors, contribute to the development of processes and procedures, and development of Canteen’s model of service delivery, supporting alignment with Canteen’s Strategic Plan and key deliverables.
• Work with young people to establish Individual Support Plans that are focused on achieving their own self-directed goals.
• Perform a lead clinical role on program to support staff and volunteers as they facilitate psychosocial content and provide guidance.
• Monitor levels of program engagement to ensure they build resilience in young people.
• In collaboration with state and national teams, develop and facilitate educational, psychosocial and recreation camps, groups, workshops and other programs in response to young people’s needs.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline (Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Occupational Therapy, Nursing)

• Current registration with AHPRA (Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Nurse) or Eligibility for membership of the AASW (Social Worker), PACFA or similar peak

accreditation body.

• 3- 5 years’ experience in clinical practice within the mental health/youth health field, with specific experience working with young people and families including via digital means.

• Experience in managing psychosocial teams.

• Proven experience in building effective relationships with external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience in the provision of Grief, Loss and Bereavement counselling and support and knowledge of appropriate theoretical approaches.

• Outstanding communication skills and a natural ability to connect.

• Working with Children Check, current Australian drivers’ license and Covid-19 vaccination.

• A compassionate values-based approach

*Due to the nature of Canteen’s work, you will be required to (very) occasionally work weekends and evenings. Advance notice will be given when this is the case, and Canteen does have a Time off in Lieu policy for taking leave as agreed with the supervising manager.

If you’re passionate about what you do and are ready to make a difference, apply now. Applications close on Friday 2nd February, 2024. Do not delay in applying as we will be reviewing applications periodically during this time. Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience.

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted. Canteen acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First Peoples and sovereign custodians of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Canteen is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and people of all ages. We welcome all people including those from diverse backgrounds, faiths, sexual orientation and/or gender identities.

Employment Expectations

To ensure an ongoing commitment to the success of Canteen, all applications must be able to:

• Successfully complete and maintain a current National Police Check and Working with Child Check relevant to the individual’s state jurisdiction.

• Undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment to guarantee the safety of all Canteen’s stakeholders.

• Provide at least two direct referees to ensure a successful reference check is completed.

• Provide relevant copies of professional qualification/s stated on the application.

• Canteen employees are encouraged to have received the recommended doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine.