Team Leader

THE ROLE

The Team Leader is responsible for the direct care, safety and support of clients in a residential unit and provides professional supervision to a team of Direct Care Workers.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Coordinate and supervise all aspects of direct management of clients' standards are met and that clients are engaged in programs and services appropriate to their case planning goals.
• Manage the allocation of resources within and the outputs required of the work area.
• Effectively supervise and provide leadership to a team of employees by:
  • modelling behaviours integral to good people management and departmental values
  • supporting individuals to achieve their potential while maximising their contribution to achieve their goals and outcomes
  • where relevant, support specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility
  • building and maintaining positive relationships with peers and stakeholders across the organisation.

Please open the position description to read more.

This role requires a Working with Children Check.
Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: https://www.vic.gov.au/working-with-children-check
For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.