Community Development Pathways Leader

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts & benefits

Learning & development

Wellness & EAP

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW & ACT invites applications for the Pathways Team Leader role in the Hunter region, coordinating across Wallsend and Windale. You will lead a multidisciplinary team delivering integrated, person-centred support to people experiencing disadvantage, vulnerability and social marginalisation, guided by BaptistCare’s values and best practice principles.

You are a confident, compassionate leader with experience in community services, strong people skills and the ability to inspire teams

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate in Community Development, Social Work or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years working in a Community Services environment and Community Development.
• Mental Health First Aid accreditation, Trauma Informed Care training (or willingness to participate in training).
• A current and valid Working with Children Check.
• Ability in creating, developing and implementing program plans within the Best Practice Frameworks of the Community Service Sector.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare’s Christian identity and promote the organisation’s values through interactions at work.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and hub oversight to a multidisciplinary team delivering integrated, person-centred support to people experiencing disadvantage, vulnerability and social marginalisation.
• Lead with BaptistCare’s values and best practice principles, supporting employees, students and volunteers to deliver high-quality outcomes for the communities we serve.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Collaboration

People management

Strategic planning

Education

Degree or postgraduate in Community Development or Social Work

Job description

• Monday to Friday split across the Hunter Hub’s 2 sites (Wallsend and Windale)
• Make a real difference by leading community-led, place-based initiatives that strengthen connection, empower local voices, and create lasting positive change for individuals, families and communities.

We’re looking for a passionate and purpose-driven leader who believes in the power of community-led change. You’ll bring strong relationship-building skills, a collaborative mindset and the ability to inspire others, with a genuine commitment to creating places where people feel connected, supported and empowered to thrive.

• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Access to in-house learning and development programs to assist your career growth
• Access to family friendly benefits like our wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Independent confidential counselling services

About the Role:

As the Pathways Team Leader, you will provide day-to-day leadership and hub oversight to a multidisciplinary team delivering integrated, person-centred support to people experiencing disadvantage, vulnerability and social marginalisation.

Working within Community Services & Housing, you will lead with BaptistCare’s values and best practice principles, supporting employees, students and volunteers to deliver high-quality outcomes for the communities we serve.

About You:

You’re a confident and compassionate leader with community services experience, strong people skills and a passion for supporting vulnerable communities. You bring sound judgement, a collaborative approach and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, community-based environment.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or post grad qualifications in Community Development, Social work or related field

Minimum of three (3) years working in a Community Services environment and Community Development.

• Mental Health First Aid accreditation, Trauma Informed Care training (or willingness to participate in training)
• Ability to work within an integrated approach that is person centred and includes strengths base, narrative
• A current and valid Working with Children Check
• Ability in creating, developing and implementing program plans within the Best Practice Frameworks of the Community Service Sector.
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare’s Christian identity and promote the organisation’s values through interactions at work

Ready to turn compassion into action? Join us as a Pathways Team Leader and drive place-based change that strengthens communities and transforms lives.

About us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing. We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again. That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks as part of our commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.