THE ROLE
The Team Leader is responsible for the direct care, safety and support of clients in a residential unit and provides professional supervision to a team of Direct Care Workers.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
* Coordinate and supervise all aspects of direct management of clients' standards are met and that clients are engaged in programs and services appropriate to their case planning goals.
* Manage the allocation of resources within and the outputs required of the work area.
* Effectively supervise and provide leadership to a team of employees by:
* modelling behaviours integral to positive people management and departmental values
* supporting individuals to achieve their potential while maximising their contribution to achieve their goals and outcomes
* where relevant, support specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility
* building and maintaining positive relationships with peers and stakeholders across the organisation.
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This role requires a Working with Children Check.




Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
Attachments can be uploaded in .
doc, .
docx, .
pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs ()
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

📌 Team Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing
📍 Melbourne