• Lead and mentor small team of practice specialists across our footprint
• Review practice uplift content for early intervention, foster care, mentoring and disabilities teams to ensure best-quality practice development
• Work with SMEs to innovate and develop tailored responses to team skill-building
• Based in Nowra or Berkeley, permanent, full time
• $94,000 - $100,000 plus salary packaging options

About CareSouth

CareSouth is a community-services organisation, based in regional locations across NSW, with a dynamic and bold vision to make a difference every day.

Our purpose is to influence and support the safety, development and empowerment of children, young people, adults, and communities. We offer services in early intervention, foster care, youth support and NDIS services.

Working at CareSouth, not one day is the same. And it’s truly rewarding to know your work is contributing to create a more positive future for our most vulnerable communities.

About the role

CareSouth has an exciting opportunity for a Practice Lead to join the team in a full time permanent role. The location for the position is negotiable, either based in the Nowra or Illawarra office, for the successful applicant.

The key function of the Practice Lead role is to lead agreed practice uplift activities across CareSouth which are linked to our strategic goals, whilst providing leadership and mentoring to a small team of Practice Specialists.

Some activities which you could be part of include leading projects aimed at improving processes, embedding outcomes measurement in daily practice, or working with teams to innovate and extend practitioners’ knowledge on specific skill areas.

It’s a critical role, filled with purpose and one that fills your cup up, so to speak!

Refer to the job description provided for a detailed overview of the role.

The successful applicant will have:

1. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of children, young people, and people with a disability.
2. Post graduate qualifications in relevant discipline (social work, social sciences, or other relevant area) or working towards.
3. High level understanding of implementing evidence-based practice in the social sector.
4. Advanced level understanding and experience working with diverse communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically, or people with a disability.
5. Demonstrated leadership experience (at least 5 years) in child and family-based services or disability contexts.
6. Significant experience in coaching and mentoring staff in the social sector.
7. Exceptional interpersonal, facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to write in a variety of formats.
9. Demonstrated ability to plan, organise and complete projects, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
10. Current driver’s license.
11. Willingness to undertake travel between CareSouth offices on a regular basis.
12. Willing to undergo a National Police Clearance and obtain a (NSW) Working with Children Check clearance number and/or (ACT) Working with Vulnerable People Card.

The great things we have to offer

CareSouth staff are the reason our organisation is great. We lead with our values, always, and are constantly striving to be an organisation you are proud to work for. We warmly welcome everyone, irrespective of their culture, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, or gender identity, and believe that a diverse workforce is the reason we can deliver such a high standard of care.

We appreciate work is a major part of all our lives, so we aim to ensure you enjoy your time working with us. In addition to your salary, CareSouth offers:

• A compassionate, supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to be bold, big-hearted and determined
• Salary packaging entitlements, General Living Expenses up to $15,899 and Entertainment Benefits up to $2,650
• Flexible working arrangements including sliding hours, rostered days off and working from home options
• Concessional leave over the Christmas period
• 24/7 After Hours Service
• Free, confidential, and independent Employee Assistance Program (including free access to physical, mental, financial online supports)
• Tailored professional development pathways
• 24/7 access to our online eLearning system.

To apply: Please review the attached Position Description for a comprehensive overview of the role. Your application must include a copy of your updated resume and a cover letter (maximum two pages) which addresses the essential selection criteria in the position description.

Please note, only applicants who are invited to an interview will be contacted.

Note: Positions are subject to a Working with Children/Vulnerable People clearance and satisfactory National Police Check.

Enquiries to: Dr Kylie Evans-Locke, Manager Practice Improvement and Quality, on 1300 554 260 or [email protected], using the subject line: Practice Lead - Illawarra / Shoalhaven enquiry via EthicalJobs.