Permanency Support Program Team Leader​

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• Location: Ulladulla

• Full time

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Working at William Campbell Foundation is more than a job. Everyday you have the opportunity to make a positive difference for children and young people. 

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Program and Position Overview

 

William Campbell Foundation (WCF) is a not for profit Christian organisation that provides a range of services, including permanency support programs for children and young people. Additionally, WCF delivers therapeutic services to children, young people, individuals and families.

 

WCF is committed to child safe practices and permanency outcomes for children and young people in care to provide a positive, safe and healing experience that addresses trauma, attachment, self-regulation, culture and community needs.

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We are seeking reliable and dedicated individuals to join our well established, reputable agency providing supports to children and young people in out of home care.

 

The Permanency Support Program aims to achieve permanency, change, safety and protection for Children and Young People through the implementation of quality permanency placement options including adoption, restoration and guardianship. 

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Our Permanency Support Program Team Leader position is responsible for supervising and supporting a team of casework staff in implementing quality services to the people we support.

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This leadership position is responsible for overseeing collaborative casework with respect to the culture and context of each individual child or young person’s circumstances, inclusive of family and community.

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Our Team Leaders hold a key responsibility in our organisation of role-modelling and driving a positive culture, creating a safe and supportive workplace for our staff.  

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Key Position Responsibilities 

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• Essential: Minimum Diploma or Degree in relevant field and at least 4 years’ experience working with children and young people.

• Management experience and the ability to demonstrate analytical, strategic, and reflective thinking whilst functioning as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Strong communication and organisational skills with a high level of self-motivation.

• Working knowledge of the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998 and the role of the NSW Office of the Children’s Guardian in Out of Home Care.

• Ability to achieve set targets, oversee the quality of documentation and consistently meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).

• Current Working with Children Check, National Police Check and NDIS Worker Check, current unrestricted Drivers Licence and Access to two referees from current or previous Managers (within the last 2 - 5 years)

 

William Campbell Foundation is proud to be a dynamic and supportive agency, offering:

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• Generous remuneration with salary sacrifice options, reducing taxable income

• Collaborative and committed Management and Staff

• Free confidential counselling services through an Employee Assistance Program

• Resources and Supports to help you achieve great outcomes for the people we work with.

• An opportunity to be the difference for children, young people, families and individuals

• Regular and ongoing training and upskilling to assist you in personal development

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How to Apply

If this sounds like the position for you, we require;

• A Cover Letter

• Up to date Resume, including details of current position (if applicable)

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Applications close 12th May 2023.

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Applicants who meet the requirements of the position will be contacted by our HR Team to advise of the next steps.

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At William Campbell Foundation, we take pride in our respectful and diverse workplace culture, which supports and creates opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for the benefit of children, young people, individuals and families and our workforce. We value the unique skills, experience and knowledge that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people contribute to the workplace, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for roles within our organisation.

 

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All applicants who meet the criteria will receive equal consideration for employment, without regard to race, age, gender, marital status, sexuality, religion, disability, age, or political opinions.

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