Team Leader – Youth & Families

Churches of Christ, Children, Youth and Families, Townsville

Permanent, Full-time Opportunity

The Salary range is $53.85 to $56.22 per hour. Hourly rate based on experience.

Employee Benefits:

As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• A work culture that values you.
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Goodlife Health Clubs,
• Bupa Health,
• Plus, many more;

Are you a compassionate leader with a strong background in child protection or family services? Do you want to make a lasting impact in the lives of children, young people, and families? Join Churches of Christ as a Team Leader in our Children, Youth & Families (CYF) team and help shape brighter futures in the Townsville community.

What You’ll Do

As a Team Leader, you’ll lead a dedicated team of support professionals delivering high-quality services to children, young people, and families in statutory care. You’ll provide practice oversight, mentoring, and operational leadership to ensure safe, inclusive, and effective service delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee intake, assessment, and care planning processes
• Provide supervision and guidance to support workers and practitioners
• Collaborate with families, carers, and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with child protection legislation and best practice
• Promote culturally safe services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Contribute to continuous improvement and service innovation

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a confident, values-driven leader who thrives in a dynamic, people-focused environment.

You’ll bring:

• A degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences or related field
• At least 3 years’ experience in child protection or youth/family services
• 1+ years’ experience leading a team in a care or support setting
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and child development
• Knowledge of the Child Protection Act 1999 and DFV legislation
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• A current driver’s licence, National Police Certificate, Working for Children (Blue Card), Child Safety and Personal History Screening Check (LCS) - or the ability to obtain.

About Us

We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re ready to lead with heart and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now! Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. “Click the Apply Button”. For further inquiries, contact Celina Pettit 0475 080 113.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as received.