Lead, Residential Youth Justice Programs

Taldumande Youth Services Inc; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Paid maternity leave

Birthday leave

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Taldumande Youth Services in NSW seeks a Residential Youth Services Leader to supervise Residential Youth Justice Case Workers and Youth Workers, ensuring professional casework and intensive support for children and young people in residential diversionary placements.

The role combines team leadership, risk management, housing program responsibilities and stakeholder engagement, delivering person-centred practice and strong partnerships with families and government agencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience supervising or managing staff.
• Sound knowledge of youth justice, homelessness, trauma-informed care, strengths-based practice and solution focused approaches
• Experience in supervision, staff support, performance development, administration, accountability and data management processes
• High-level verbal and written communication skills, with an approachable manner and the ability to build positive relationships
• Ability to work autonomously, contribute to a team environment and manage varying priorities in a residential setting
• A strong commitment to child safety, cultural safety, professional boundaries and ethical practice

Responsibilities

• Supervise Youth Workers and Case Workers, including recruiting, induction, team meetings, supervision, timesheets and staff development
• Oversee screening, assessment, case planning, support plans, service coordination, transitions and case closures
• Ensure holistic assessment of young peoples emotional, physical, developmental, cultural and safety needs
• Support high-quality residential practice, including appropriate boundaries, safe relationships, living skills programs and house operations
• Work collaboratively with DCJ, BASS, Police, NSW Health, education providers, families and other professionals
• Maintain accurate records, client files, data, risk assessments, incident reports and administrative systems in line with TYS policies
• Participate in the on-call roster and respond to emergency requests from staff and clients when required
• Oversee housing services that form a key part of TYS's continuum of care, supporting positive outcomes for children and young people

Skills

Youth justice knowledge

People leadership

Case management

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Education

Relevant tertiary or vocational qualification in Community Services, Youth Work, Social Sciences, Psychology or related discipline

Job description

Taldumande Youth Services in NSW seeks a Residential Youth Services Leader to supervise Residential Youth Justice Case Workers and Youth Workers, ensuring professional casework and intensive support for children and young people in residential diversionary placements.

The role combines team leadership, risk management, housing program responsibilities and stakeholder engagement, delivering person-centred practice and strong partnerships with families and government agencies.