Build & Bridge Team Leader

Wellways Australia; Bairnsdale; In loco; AUD 80.000 - 84.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Salary packaging up to $15,899

Meal & Entertainment allowance up to $

Leave loading 17.5%

Paid parental leave after 12 months

Employee Assistance Program

Descrizione del lavoro

Wellways Australia is seeking a Build and Bridge Team Leader in Bairnsdale. The role focuses on leading a dedicated team to deliver consumer- and community-led care, and to strengthen service delivery within East Gippsland.

You will champion inclusive outreach, build partnerships with local services, and promote healthy, empowered communities while contributing to Victoria's mental health reform and ensuring safety and safeguarding obligations are met.

Competenze

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience.
• Current valid Driver's Licence and ability to travel for the role.
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Right to Work within Australia.
• Satisfactory National Police Record Check (within last 12 months).
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.

Mansioni

• Provide inspiring leadership and support to the Build and Bridge Team to deliver meaningful outcomes for participants.
• Lead outreach and community engagement to enhance access and inclusion for stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Community engagement

Formazione

Tertiary qualification in health, social work, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

• Full time, ongoing role in Bairnsdale
• Driving Success Through Leadership and Support of the Build and Bridge Team
• $58.37 - 60.95 phr (SCHADS Level 6B) + Leave loading + Salary packaging

At Wellways, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with lived experience of mental health challenges or disability, people from multicultural backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+. We recognise that diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen our workforce and the communities we support.

About This Program

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals are an important part of Victoria's reformed mental health and wellbeing system. The Victorian Government has committed to establishing 50 Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals.

In East Gippsland, Wellways, La Trobe Regional Health and Gippsland Lakes Complete Health are working together to offer an easy way to access care and support for people aged 26 years and over who are experiencing mental health concerns - including people with co-occurring alcohol and drug support and care needs and their family, carers, and supporters. This service will make it easier for the participant to access the support they need, closer to home and family, carers, and support networks.

About This Opportunity

As the Build and Bridge Team Leader at Wellways, you will provide inspiring leadership and support to a dedicated team, fostering an inclusive, consumer- and community-led, and values-driven culture. You will play a key role in the Local Service Leadership Group, leading the team to deliver meaningful outcomes for participants, supporting people on their mental health and recovery journeys, and strengthening awareness of the East Gippsland Mental Health and Wellbeing Local.

You will champion community connection and inclusion by building strong relationships, leading outreach initiatives and creating opportunities to engage with people and communities who may face barriers to accessing support. Working alongside individuals, community groups and local services, you will help build capacity, strengthen connections and promote healthy, empowered communities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Victoria's ongoing mental health reform and help shape a service system where choice, connection and community-led care are at the heart of everything we do.

You will need:

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience
• Current valid Driver's License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Right to Work within Australia
• Satisfactory National Police Record Check (valid within the last 12 months)
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

About Us

Wellways connects people, strengthens families, and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. A leading for purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year!

Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.

What We Offer

• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
• An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
• Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
• Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
• Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

Job Description Summary

The Build and Bridge Team Leader, employed by Wellways, is responsible for the leadership and management of the Build and Bridge team. This role requires a skilled people leader with experience in effectively leading teams and building a consumer and community led, inclusive, and values driven culture. The Build and Bridge Team Leader is a key role within the Local Service Leadership Group and reports to the Operations Manager.

Culture

We're passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.