Team Leader – Social and Emotional Wellbeing in Swan Hill

Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) is a proud Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) committed to healing, supporting, serving and protecting Aboriginal communities across the Mallee region. Guided by our Elders and grounded by Our Lore, MDAS exists to strengthen the resilience, independence and wellbeing of our Mob. We walk alongside individuals and families through every stage of life – caring, empowering, educating and advocating so people can be their very best selves. Our programs span across health, wellbeing, family services, community support and culture. With deep community roots and strong regional presence, MDAS is moving confidently towards becoming a sector leading ACCHO known for its cultural authority and practical life-changing outcomes.

About the role

The Team Leader Wellbeing provides operational leadership of staff within the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Programs in alignment with MDAS’s vision, strategic objectives, and program deliverables. The Team Leader Wellbeing drives team performance, promotes a positive and accountable workplace culture, and ensures adherence to organisational policies, procedures, and service standards.

The Social and Emotional Wellbeing team is a multidisciplinary team that includes mental health, alcohol and other drug crises, family reconnection, cultural education and activities. The team’s focus is intake and assessment, assertive outreach, case management and brief interventions. This role is a dedicated Clinical role which will also support the team in providing culturally safe support to Aboriginal people who are affected by alcohol and/or other drug use by supporting intensive short term case management, risk assessment and safety planning. This is a permanent full time position based in Swan Hill. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee culturally safe mental health services, including clinical governance, risk assessment and coordinated client care.
• Manage, mentor and support staff to achieve performance, compliance, quality, and strategic objectives.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with clients, community members, and stakeholders to improve outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, Occupational Therapy or a related discipline, with post-qualification experience in Mental Health, AOD, and/or SEWB services.
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience in a Mental Health, AOD, or SEWB setting, with the ability to support staff, drive program outcomes, and work collaboratively to achieve service objectives.
• Strong planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience delivering evidence-based care, influencing outcomes, and fostering culturally safe and inclusive services for Aboriginal communities.

Other Requirements

• Current Working with Children Check
• Current National Police Check
• Current Drivers License

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and shortlisting and interviews may commence prior to the closing date of 20th November 2026.

Let’s Talk About Your Future

We look forward to welcoming the right person to our MDAS family. If you want to have a confidential discussion about this role before applying, please call hiring manager, Tiffany Griffin at 0448 277 ***.