At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to deliver top-notch child protection services and support families in need.
- Company: Join a dedicated organisation focused on making a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the lives of children and families while growing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in child protection and strong leadership abilities are essential.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety – Cairns QLD
Senior Team Leaders provide leadership to and management of a team of professional and operational staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality child protection services that includes assessment, intervention, casework and case management in accordance with legislation and practice guidelines to children, young people, families and communities serviced by the workgroup.
This is achieved by a collaborative integrated multi-disciplinary team (that may include representation from other agencies).
As a Senior Team Leader you will
- Provide leadership and management of staff to deliver quality child protection service delivery consistent with legislation, departmental policies, practice guidelines and statutory responsibilities and in accordance with best practice Human Resource principles.
- Allocate, prioritise and perform work tasks in accordance with departmental policy, the Framework for Practice, practice guidelines and statutory, financial and administrative delegations.
- In conjunction with the Manager, develop appropriate service responses to meet the identified needs of clients including children, young people, families, carers, the community, public and non-government sectors and service providers.
- Identify training needs and collaborate with the relevant training and development specialists in defining the training gap, to enable content development and implementation.
Provide advice to the relevant training and development specialists in the region regarding your evaluation of appropriate programs that support quality service delivery'
- Develop enduring service delivery partnerships to enhance cross-sector collaboration, and support staff attendance at training and development and the delivery and co-ordination of local child protection services.
- Foster a culture and philosophy of frontline service delivery, cooperation, teamwork, high quality people management, commitment to excellence and a professional ethic which ensures the service team continues to meet the department's vision, values and priorities.
- Actively participate as a member of the Management Team and in quality assurance reviews of the work group.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
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Senior Team Leader employer: Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety
As a Senior Team Leader in Cairns, you will join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality child protection services. Our organisation fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and teamwork, ensuring you have the support and resources needed to excel in your role. With a focus on employee growth and community impact, we offer unique opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families, and the broader community.
Contact Details:
Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety Recruitment Team
