AddressTeam Leader
Looking for a fulfilling career that will make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Join our team in Canberra as a Team Leader today!
Company Overview:
Striive Care is passionate about its people! Our mission is to create a workplace environment that not only respects but also empowers individuals to realise their full potential. Our services are designed to provide high-quality care to children and young people, individuals with disabilities, and those with mental illness. We prioritise inclusivity, collaboration, and growth in everything we do. We work closely with families, caregivers, and communities to create a nurturing environment that promotes the growth and well-being of children and young people, ensuring their safety and nurturing their independence.
About the role:
As a member of our senior leadership team, you will work and participate in a rotating roster of after-hours on-call support. You will lead a team of therapeutic support workers to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people living in our homes.
About You:
You possess the ability to lead a team effectively to achieve desired outcomes and have experience in developing and managing teams to deliver a high-quality service. You create a space that fosters growth and development. You have a high level of communication skills that enable you to effectively communicate with young people, guardians, and other allied health professionals. You understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries, privacy, and confidentiality. You have sound administration skills and the ability to use and maintain internal client management systems.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Previous experience working with young people and children.
- Experience leading and managing diverse teams.
- Flexibility and adaptability to adjust to changes in work demands at short notice.
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker orientation module
- Current ACT Drivers License
- Current Driving history record
- Current Police check or willingness to obtain one
- Current WWVP card
- Current First Aid certificate with CPR certificate
Desirable Skills:
- Endorsed Enrolled Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
- Diploma in Community, Youth work or relevant industry experience with a minimum of three years
- Medication Administration Training Certificate
- Cultural Awareness Training Certificate
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Certificate
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training Certificate
Benefits:
- Opportunities for internal and external professional development
- A genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
- Access to free and confidential counseling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
- An environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer
Striive Care is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people, and adults risk-free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants is subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment, including completing a valid National and/or International Criminal History Check and retention of Working with Vulnerable Persons Check.
For more information, please visit our website: www.striivecare.com.au.
