Lead a service that makes a difference

As Team Leader at Bowden Lodge, you'll join us in a full-time leadership role supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men who may be experiencing homelessness, disability, mental health challenges and other complex needs. Working in a culturally safe and trauma-informed environment, you'll support and develop your team, build strong community partnerships, and help deliver meaningful outcomes for residents while shaping a service that makes a real difference every day.

About you:

You are a values-driven leader who is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. You bring strong leadership skills, cultural awareness and a collaborative approach, with the ability to build trusted relationships and support your team to deliver high-quality, culturally safe services.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• A tertiary qualification in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or a related field.
• Experience working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, communities and community-controlled organisations.
• Experience leading teams within community services, homelessness, disability, mental health or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of culturally safe, trauma-informed and person-centred practice.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with community stakeholders, Elders and service providers.
• Strong communication, leadership and people development skills.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and will be highly regarded, recognising the Aboriginal-specific nature of the service and the cultural leadership responsibilities of the role.

Why work with us?

BaptistCare offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Level 5) + super
• Salary Packaging: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 annually via Meal and Entertainment Card, and novated vehicle leasing.
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance
• Free counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program
• Support for cultural and community obligations, including up to five days of paid Cultural Leave

About us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing. We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again. That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.

All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks as part of our commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

Recruitment Agencies Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.

We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to Jess Paxton at jess.paxton@baptistcare.org.au for a confidential discussion.