Team Leader Youth Services

Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Laptop provided

Mobile phone provided

Fleet cars

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative – Justice and Community Services invites applications for a Full-time role (38 hours/week) in Greater Shepparton, Victoria. The position focuses on delivering culturally safe case management and programs for Aboriginal Youth, with responsibilities including staff supervision, monitoring, and reporting.

The role supports the Yalka, Youth Hub, and Restorative Justice programs, reporting to the Program Manager Youth & Justice.

Qualifications

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status required.
• Diploma in Community Services, Leadership & Management or equivalent (or willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of relevant legislative frameworks.
• Advanced understanding of case management and case work.
• Experience in leadership/mentoring.
• Ability to promote cultural safety and trauma-informed practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to deliver culturally safe, responsive youth programs.
• Oversee day-to-day program requirements, staff supervision and development.
• Monitor program compliance and prepare regular reports.
• Support programs such as Yalka, Youth Hub, Restorative Justice, and Youth Trainees.
• Work with the Program Manager Youth & Justice to meet strategic directions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Trauma-informed

Cultural awareness

Education

Diploma in Community Services, Leadership & Management or similar

Job description

Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative – Justice and Community Services now has the following vacancy:

Full-time, 38 hours a week

Monday to Friday (flexible hours for programs)

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

About the Role

To provide strong leadership that ensures delivery of culturally safe and responsive case management, support and programs for Aboriginal Youth.

This role is responsible for day‑to‑day program requirements including staff supervision and development, monitoring program compliance, and developing regular reports. Programs include but are not limited to the Yalka, Youth Hub, and Restorative Justice, along with supporting Youth Trainees.

This role reports directly to the Program Manager Youth & Justice and is responsible for supporting the Program Manager to fulfil the requirements and responsibilities relevant to the role including Aboriginal ways of working, quality and compliance, and the Strategic direction of Rumbalara Aboriginal Co‑Operative.

About You

To be successful for this position, you should possess the following qualifications and qualities:

• You are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
• Diploma in Community Services, Leadership & Management or a similar discipline (or willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of relevant legislative frameworks.
• An advanced understanding of the principles of case management and case work.
• Demonstrated experience in leadership/mentoring.
• Ability to promote cultural safety and trauma-informed practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

• Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part‑or Full‑time employees.
• Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award, Level 6 – pay point 1 to pay point 3 (based on qualifications and experience).
• Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC Day, annual CPI‑based Award wage increases where applicable, and relocation assistance where applicable.
• Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
• Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
• Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
• Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.

You will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening check, including providing a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality.

Applications close: Tuesday 17th November 2026

This is an “Indigenous Only” role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010, Section 12