Address Permanent Full-Time role with flexibility to work across Western Sydney sites (Mt Druitt, Penrith & St Marys)
Make a difference by joining our collective impact initiative
Be part of a strong and caring community that values personal well-being and one another
Key Benefits
Work for a top NFP provider with a strong 75-year history of providing care
Competitive base rate + penalties + salary packaging with NFP tax-free component
Access to in-house learning and development programs to assist your career growth
Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
About the role
At BaptistCare HopeStreet, we seek to transform the lives of people in our communities who are living with disadvantage or experiencing great personal trials.
The Pathways Team Leader provides Team Leadership, supporting the team to provide integrated, holistic wrap around support, to work alongside vulnerable/marginalized communities.
The role includes Hub oversight of a multidisciplinary team, including students, and volunteers.
The Pathways Leader demonstrates, promotes, and supports BaptistCare’s values, guided by our theories and principles of best practice.
The successful candidate will have:
Degree or Diploma in Community Services, Counselling, Social Work or related field
Minimum of three (3) years working in a Counselling &/or community-based Case Worker role
Mental Health First Aid accreditation, Trauma Informed Care training (or willingness to participate in training)
Child Protection training / knowledge / experience
Ability to work within an integrated approach that is person centred and includes strengths base, narrative
Ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Experience working with and understanding the issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Experience working with women from CALD backgrounds (sex workers, DV, LGBT+ communities) or individuals who may be experiencing complex concerns
Demonstrate a deep understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare's Christian identity and enthusiastically promote the organisation's values through every interaction at work
Demonstrates understanding of DFV, Suicidality, self harm and risk screening
Sound understanding of group program delivery, counselling and support service delivery
Possess exceptional interpersonal skills and thrive in dynamic, diverse community environments, adapting to new challenges and opportunities with ease
Collaborate seamlessly with multiple teams, projects, and contexts, utilising strong negotiation and conflict management skills to achieve successful outcomes
Skilfully identify, cooperate, and coordinate with local stakeholders, building strong relationships and partnerships that benefit clients and communities.
Demonstrate exceptional leadership and provide guidance to the team during client crises, leveraging problem-solving skills, high-level client intervention skills, advocacy skills, and knowledge of the service sector to drive successful outcomes
Current NSW Drivers Licence
Hold a current Working with Children Check
Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain a first aid certificate
About Us
BaptistCare support thousands of people across 90 locations in NSW and the ACT. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation's most respected care and community services providers.
We are a faith based, not for profit organisation that cares for families, communities and individuals. You may know us for our aged care services – we also give to the community through community service programs including domestic violence prevention initiatives non interest loans to those in need.
We love what we do and the communities we help. With us you can deliver life transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a difference.
If you would like to be considered for this role, please click ‘’Apply’’ and attach your CV and a Cover Letter.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.
Successful applications will be subject to a police background and working with children checks.
BaptistCare – Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.
