IMPACT Community Services Limited (IMPACT) is a high profile, community owned organisation supporting the most vulnerable and marginalised members of our community. Since 1978, we have been supporting local people experiencing disadvantage, poverty and exclusion. Our vision is to improve lives. IMPACT is also a Child Safe Organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

We are seeking a Team Leader for our Family Mental Health Support Service. Our friendly team provides early intervention and support to assist children and young people with, or at risk of developing, mental health concerns.

As the Team Leader, you will:

Lead a small team to provide early inventions services such as one-on-one support, parental coaching, advocacy and referrals

Develop evidence-based programs to improve the wellbeing of children and young people

Ensure the achievement of contractual Key Performance Indicators

Maintain program compliance, including compiling reports and overseeing accurate and timely case notes and records

Establish and sustain community networks and partnerships

To enjoy this role, you will have:

Tertiary qualifications in a related field, or working towards such a qualification

Demonstrated experience in leading teams

A track record in working with young people with mental health concerns

Sound knowledge of child protection issues and mandatory reporting obligations

Our offer to you includes:

A fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO) so enjoy a long weekend every second week

Salary packaging up to $18,900 per year to boost your take home pay

Birthday bonus day off

Paid 2 hours per month to donate to a worthy cause of your choice

Opportunities for advancement with our 'grow your own' approach

Leadership programs with the Institute of Managers and Leaders

Leaders Lab, development support for employees aspiring to leadership roles

Workplace Chaplaincy for face to face, confidential support

Westpac Corporate Partner program with discounted bank products and financial education

Reimbursement for Working with Children clearance

To find out more, view our Position Description and full list of staff benefits at our Get Involved - Join our Team page at www.impact.org.au

How to apply

Submit your application today and provide your:

Cover letter addressing the above selection criteria

Up-to-date Resume (including 2 recent, professional referees)

IMPACT welcomes all applications, including from Indigenous Australians, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and recovery, a disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ+ and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We believe that diversity in our workplace makes us stronger and we provide equal opportunity to all. IMPACT is proud to be an INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER 2024-2025 with the Diversity Council Australia. Selection for all vacancies is made on the basis of merit.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain background checks prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check.