Team Leader – DFVSS Gulf

Job Posting Organization:
54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation, proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and a global movement. The organization is dedicated to ensuring that children and young people have their rights met and thrive in all their diversity. With a workforce of approximately 600 employees, 54 reasons operates across every state and territory in Australia, providing quality services to children and their caregivers in various regions, remote areas, and capital cities. The organization is committed to making communities safer for women and their children, focusing on domestic and family violence and sexual assault programs.

Job Overview:
In this full-time, permanent role based in Mount Isa or the lower Gulf, the Team Leader will inspire a dedicated team to accomplish ambitious goals for the Domestic/Family Violence and Sexual Assault Services. The position involves contributing to strategies that enhance safety and reduce future risks of violence through the team’s counselling and case management support for aggrieved adults, children, and young people. The Team Leader will be part of the Queensland Programs team and will report to the Regional Manager. The role requires a commitment to staff development and community engagement, with a focus on collaboration to make a real difference in communities. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, developing, and motivating a team, supporting and monitoring services to ensure targets are met, and building relationships with the local community.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Team Leader will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including leading and developing a dedicated team, supporting and monitoring services to ensure targets are met, providing evidence-based risk assessments for all referrals received, building relationships with the local community, actively assisting staff in developing case plans and safety plans, and providing regular feedback. The role also involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delivery and community engagement. The Team Leader will be expected to manage competing priorities, de-escalate complex scenarios, and ensure that the team operates within a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally sensitive framework.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess experience in conducting safety and risk assessments for domestic and family violence (DFV) and sexual violence. Proven leadership skills and the ability to build a cohesive and high-performing team are essential. The successful candidate should have experience in building strong networks and partnerships within the community, a commitment to culturally safe work practices, and an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The ability to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate activities is crucial, as is the capacity to manage competing priorities and de-escalate complex scenarios. A current valid driver’s license is also required.

Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, candidates are expected to have relevant experience and training in areas related to domestic and family violence, sexual assault services, and community engagement. A background in social work, psychology, or a related field would be advantageous.

Experience:
The position requires significant experience in leadership roles, particularly in the context of domestic and family violence and sexual assault services. Candidates should have a proven track record of managing teams, conducting risk assessments, and engaging with community stakeholders. Experience in developing and implementing programs aimed at enhancing safety and reducing violence is highly desirable.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the role. Additional language skills that reflect the diversity of the community served may be considered advantageous.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary of $55.72 per hour, along with full salary packaging benefits. The organization offers generous financial assistance for relocation if moving to Mount Isa. Employees will benefit from individual learning plans to support career development, extra leave options, and supportive management structures, including professional supervision training and wellness programs. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and ensuring a supportive environment for all employees.