About Act for Kids
Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.
Why Join Act for Kids?
The Act for Kids team is a community of shared values. We are a team that is Professional , Ethical , Caring , Courageous , and Collaborative .

• Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
• Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
• Above-award leave provisions including additional study, wellbeing, exam, and pet leave.
• Professional Development via our annual development fund as well as ongoing structured support.
• Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
• Salary packaging increasing your take home pay with up to $15,900 per year tax free + an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.

About the Position
We are looking to welcome a Team Leader to be responsible for the oversight of the general day-to day operations of the Kowanyama Safe House and ensure it is a physically and emotionally safe place for children to reside.

• Full-time position government funded until 31 December 2026 with possible extension.
• Level 5 under the SCHCADS Award. Salary range is $97,378 – $101,788 +
• Monday to Friday position with expectation of occasional weekends, evenings and sleepovers as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach and develop a team of Residential Support Workers to provide trauma informed and culturally safe care to children and young people based on the Hope and Healing Framework.
• Work closely with the Program Coordinator on the day to day running of the house.
• Lead the team in the creation and fostering of a warm, structured, secure environment and maintain an accepting and supportive relationship with family and community contacts of each young person.
• Be mindful of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child rearing practices and how that translates to quality care of children in the cultural context.

About You

• Hold or in process of completing a Degree in Community Services or Certificate IV in Child Youth & Family Intervention or other qualification as outlined in the Strengthening the Queensland Residential Care Workforce – Minimum Qualification Standards Information Sheet.
• Hope and Healing Foundations Framework certificate.
• Demonstrated skills and experience working within a trauma informed framework.
• Experience in mentoring of employees and demonstrated skill and experience in caring for and raising children.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Willingness to undergo and pass a Suitability Check.
• Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).
• Current Senior First Aid certificate or the ability to acquire one.

About Applying

• Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted.
• Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.
• We welcome you to share any support or adjustments you need to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with the contact person before or during your application. Your information will remain confidential.

For more information or questions about the role, please contact Annette Brown on 0461 597 084 or annette.brown@actforkids.com.au
Closing Date: 7 October 2024.