Job Description
Why work with Client Organisation:
Our client Organisation focuses on improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families through programs such as foster care, family support services, and affordable housing initiatives. Your work would directly contribute to creating a positive impact on the lives of children, youth, and families in need.
About the Role:
This position focuses on overseeing family violence and family services programs, driving strategic initiatives, fostering partnerships with government and community stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality, client-centred service delivery.
Key Duties:
- Lead, manage, and motivate teams to foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Plan, develop, and monitor service delivery in alignment with legislative, government, and contractual requirements.
- Oversee family violence response programs and service delivery to align with strategic objectives.
- Lead the implementation of innovative programs and service offerings.
- Deliver accountable and professional services adhering to legal and safety standards.
- Provide regular clinical supervision and reflective practice for self and team.
- Create and manage team and program budgets to meet business requirements, where required; aid in tender writing.
- Ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations and standards, including risk assessment frameworks.
Skills and Experience:
- Tertiary Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or other relevant Human Services qualification and/or experience
- Experienced people manager and leader, minimum 3 years managing a large team within the sector
- Deep understanding of child protection, out-of-home care, family violence, and family support systems, with a focus on trauma-informed approaches.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop staff and programs aligned with strategic objectives.
- Skilled in business development, working within funding environments, and translating complex issues into actionable plans.
- Strong capability to implement and manage evidence-informed programs to improve client outcomes.
- Ability to thrive in changing situations, manage multiple demands, and maintain a solutions-focused approach.
You will also need to be willing to provide 2x professional references + undergo a Working with Children Check and Police Check.
How to apply:
- Click 'Apply Now' and upload your CV via the appropriate link.
- For any queries regarding the position or application process, please email teamfam@twrecruitment.com.au or contact (03) 9081 0562 and ask to speak to someone in the Family Services Team
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA AND THE ORGANISATIONS WE REPRESENT ARE PROUD TO BE EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYERS.
We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.
