Team Leader – Advocacy (Child And Family Wellbeing Service)

Ngaanyatjarra Council Group; Gauteng; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on community development is seeking a Team Leader for Advocacy within the Child and Family Wellbeing Service. This role involves supervising a dedicated team, advocating for families impacted by child removal, and delivering trauma-informed support services in remote communities. Ideal candidates will possess a background in Social Work or related fields and are committed to making a difference within the Ngaanyatjarra region.

Benefits

Generous Leave Entitlements

Free access to Employee Assistance program

Relocation Assistance

Professional development training

Qualifications

• Background in Social Work, Psychology, or relevant experience necessary.
• Experience in kinship services and advocacy preferred.
• Ability to work in remote communities and with Anangu families.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team supporting kinship care placements.
• Lead development and delivery of trauma-informed services.
• Engage with communities and stakeholders.

Skills

Advocacy

Community Development

Trauma-Informed Care

Report Writing

Education

Qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling

Job description

Team Leader – Advocacy (Child and Family Wellbeing Service)

Add expected salary to your profile for insights. People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.

Position Details:

• Permanent – full-time position
• Based in Alice Springs with travel to NPY lands
• Generous Leave Entitlements; free access to Employee Assistance program, further salary packaging benefits.
• Relocation Assistance provided
• Total Remuneration: $X,XXX.XX – $X,XXX.XX per annum (including superannuation, retention bonus, salary packaging benefits).

All remote travel will also accrue Travel Allowance.

ABOUT US

At its core, NPY Women's Council is about family and community – Walytja.

Our purpose is to work with women, children, and their families of the Ngaanyatjarra, Pitjantjatjara, and Yankunytjatjara regions in central Australia.

Our role is to work side by side and help increase their capacity to lead safe and healthy lives with improved life choices.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Child and Family Wellbeing Service covers program areas including therapeutic targeted family support, Child Nutrition & Development services, advocacy, and kinship services for Anangu interfacing with child protection services across the tri-state region.

This role is to lead programs relating to child advocacy and kinship services across the NPY Region.

The Team Leader will support Child Advocacy Officers, Kinship Case Managers, and Support Workers to effectively deliver the program across remote communities in the NPY region.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will supervise a team supporting kinship care placements and advocating for fair processes for families impacted by child removal, including upholding ATSICPP access and reunification efforts.

You will lead the team to develop and deliver strength-based, trauma-informed services that meet the needs of Anangu families in the NPY region.

This role involves working closely with communities, NPYWC Directors, members, and client families, as well as engaging with internal and external service providers and stakeholders, including report writing, submissions, and advocacy activities.

The position reports to the Child & Family Wellbeing Services Manager.

ABOUT YOU

You will have a background in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Community Development, or relevant experience.

This is a unique opportunity to work for an organization with a grassroots community development approach, working closely with Anangu families and communities.

You will receive comprehensive orientation, supervision, and professional development, including training in vicarious trauma, case management, and four-wheel drive operation. Critical incident debriefing and counseling services are also provided.

TO APPLY

Please apply via the website with a comprehensive cover letter and resume. A detailed position description is available on the website.

For initial inquiries, contact Gemma Harvey, Manager CFWS at (08) XXX XXXX.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable candidates may be appointed prior to the closing date. We can only respond to shortlisted candidates.