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As a result of Organisational growth Conflict Resolution Service is looking for an experienced Team Leader who has experience with intensive case management and/or therapeutic support for young people and families.
The Team Leader will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support children, young people and their families within a therapeutic, strengths-based approach in a caring and supportive environment.
The Children, Family and Youth programs support children, young people and their families to improve family functioning and deliver services through the following programs:
- Safe and Connected Youth Program
- Family Connections Program
- Family Support Program
In close collaboration with the Manager, Case Workers, Practitioners and Counsellors, the Team Leader will support and facilitate the preservation and reunification of young people and their families, through the coordination of therapeutic support. This includes performing intakes with all new families; holding a small case load; and the leadership and supervision of a team of Family Mediators and Therapeutic Case Workers.
How to apply
Submit your resume andcover letter through the “apply” function above.
For further details regarding this role or to obtain a copy of the full position description please contact Kim Bool on 0490 896 *** or email ***@crs.org.au
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis and interviews offered throughout the advertised timelines.
Selection Criteria
- Experience in Leadership/supervisory role
- Demonstrated experience in intensive case management and/or therapeutic support to young people and families following strength-based case management principles and procedures
- Understanding and demonstrated use of a client centred, holistic approach when working with clients
- Extensive knowledge and experience in trauma informed practice
- Proven ability to work in collaboration with other service providers to improve quality of life for young people and/or families
- High level interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Well-developed written and communication skills and ability to document comprehensive case notes
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing environments
- Capacity to work with high needs and complex families.
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or the equivalent
- Minimum four years’ experience in the delivery of youth and family case management or equivalent
- Minimum one years’ experience in a leadership or supervisory role
- Full driver’s license
- WWVP clearance.
Desirable
- Recognised qualification in Mediation in accordance with National Mediator Accreditation Standards
- Previous experience working in the not-for-profit sector
- Mental Health First Aid Training
- Family Violence Training.
Applications close 5pm Friday 12 April 2024
Conflict Resolution Service is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people who identify as LGBTIQ; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
