Team Leader - Case Work

About the role:

We are seeking a self-motivated, engaging and organised leader to step into the role ofCase WorkTeam Leaderfor the QLD South East Region Foster and Kinship Care Program based at our Underwood office. If you are passionate about leading and serving a team of compassionate, dedicated and focused professionals in their support of children, young people and foster carers, then this role is for you.

TheCase WorkTeam Leader and team, work with children and young people with a range of developmental, behavioural, and psychological needs. This role will work with families, carers and broader support networks to create stability for the young person by facilitating the achievement of stability and permanency. You will be required to co-ordinate the team resources to provide supports to foster carers, family, kin and children/young people to achieve individualized outcomes. You will primarily oversee the quality and validity of services, leading by best practice example.

Operating under a strong clinical governance model, you will work within a team of independent practitioners within a specified regional geographic area. This will be achieved by providing hands-on support in situations of complexity or where team members are absent, as well as providing practice leadership and therapeutic mentoring to a team of Caseworkers. 

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge of the Child Protection sector desirable
• Qualifications in the sector or related field desirable 
• Proven leadership experience
• Passion for fostering a positive team culture
• Strong organisational and prioritising skills

This is a Full Time Fixed Term position initially for six (6) months with the potential to be extended.  

Please note appointment to this role is subject to the following compulsory screening checks:

• National Police Check
• QLD Working with Children Check – Blue Card
• LCS Suitability Check

What we can offer you:

At Foundations Care you will be able to access a range of benefits:

• Salary packaging
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Flexible working and family friendly environment
• Professional supervision and support
• Employee Assistance Program