• Part Time (0.8 FTE), Maximum Term (until 30 June 2025)
• Blackburn location
• SCHADS Level 7 role + super + Salary packaging

About the opportunity

Carer Gateway is an Australian Government program providing free services and support to carers who provide unpaid care and support to a family member or friend who is frail due to age or has a disability, medical condition or mental illness.

As Team Leader, you will provide effective leadership, supervision and support to the Carer Gateway service team. The role will oversee the delivery and development of services, ensuring they are responsive to evolving consumer needs and are complaint with statutory and reporting requirements.

View the full position description here

About you

To be successful in your application you will meet the person specification in the position description, including having a degree level qualification in social work, psychology or a related discipline. You will also bring:

• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing a team within a complex service delivery environment
• Knowledge and understanding of carer support programs and the issues and challenges experienced by carers
• Proven ability to establish collaborative partnerships with other services, agencies and professionals to achieve optimal client outcomes
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to form effective working relationships and foster a positive team culture
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come through as we’re keen to engage with someone.

If you have questions about the opportunity, please contact Laura Humphris, Manager - Carer Gateway on 0421 702 323