Indigenous & Multicultural Services - Baptistcare

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Adelaide; In loco; AUD 85.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Salary Packaging

BUPA health plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cultural Leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Bowden Lodge, operated by BaptistCare NSW & ACT, seeks a Team Leader to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and those with complex needs in Adelaide. You will lead and develop a dedicated team in a culturally safe, trauma-informed setting, building partnerships with the community and Elders to drive meaningful resident outcomes.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in a human services field and strong leadership, communication and people development skills, with a commitment

Competenze

• Leadership experience in community services or housing services.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Experience leading teams in homelessness, disability or mental health sectors.

Mansioni

• Lead and develop Bowden Lodge team to deliver culturally safe services.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community stakeholders, Elders and service providers.
• Support residents with complex needs and ensure person-centred practices.
• Deliver meaningful outcomes for residents and advocate for culturally safe care.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Cultural awareness

Stakeholder engagement

People development

Communication

Formazione

Tertiary qualification in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Lead a service that makes a difference

As Team Leader at Bowden Lodge, you'll join us in a full-time leadership role supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men who may be experiencing homelessness, disability, mental health challenges and other complex needs. Working in a culturally safe and trauma-informed environment, you'll support and develop your team, build strong community partnerships, and help deliver meaningful outcomes for residents while shaping a service that makes a real difference every day.

About you:

You are a values-driven leader who is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. You bring strong leadership skills, cultural awareness and a collaborative approach, with the ability to build trusted relationships and support your team to deliver high-quality, culturally safe services.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• A tertiary qualification in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or a related field.
• Experience working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, communities and community-controlled organisations.
• Experience leading teams within community services, homelessness, disability, mental health or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of culturally safe, trauma-informed and person-centred practice.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with community stakeholders, Elders and service providers.
• Strong communication, leadership and people development skills.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and will be highly regarded, recognising the Aboriginal-specific nature of the service and the cultural leadership responsibilities of the role.

Why work with us?

BaptistCare offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You'll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Level 5) + super
• Salary Packaging: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 annually via Meal and Entertainment Card, and novated vehicle leasing.
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance
• Free counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program
• Support for cultural and community obligations, including up to five days of paid Cultural Leave

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.

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.

BaptistCare - Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.