Team Leader Child and Family Services Victoria

If you are interested in becoming part of an Organisation that makes a difference in our community, we have some challenging and rewarding opportunities for you to make a positive change in the lives of children, young people and families.

Are you a proven leader looking for a new challenge?  Or do you have a strong casework background and are looking to progress your career?  Mallee Family Care are currently looking for 2 talented and passionate leaders to fill the positions of Team Leader Child and Family Services located in Mildura.

With support and guidance from the General Manager Family Services Victoria and NSW and Manager of Family Services Victoria, this position is responsible for:

• Leading a team of Child and Family Workers and work in collaboration with all Family Services staff in providing the highest quality services to meet the needs of children in their families and Home Based Care.
• Delivering a range of Child and Family Services programs and initiatives within the Victorian and DHHS legislative, policy and practice context as outlined in key reforms such as the ‘Roadmap for Reform, strong families, safe children’ and ‘Ending Family Violence’ and the Children, Youth and Families Act, 2005.
• Encouraging children, families and carers to enhance their social networks and connectedness with their community and culture.
• Providing quality child centred, family focused services and liaise with staff at all levels whilst maintaining professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.