Details
- Location – The position can be based in Blacktown and works in South Eastern Sydney; Northern Sydney and Sydeny Districts
- This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join a passionate team supporting young people with complex needs who have recently left the Out Of Home Care system
- Provides supervision to staff working in our Specialist Aftercare Team
About us
Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.
Our Vision is “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.”
About the program
Wesley Youth Services (Sydney) supports young people transitioning from care across a range of programs including Take Charge of your life, Supported Independent Living and Specialist Aftercare Program.
The Specialist After Care program supports young people with high and complex needs aged 18-25yrs working across the Sydney, Northern Sydney, and Southeastern Sydney Districts.
Our Kickstart Program based in Ermington, provides an accommodation option for young people exiting the care of Wesley Mission.
About the role
We are currently seeking a candidate with extensive experience in supporting young people with high complex needs in the community to fill this critical role. The Team Leader will carry a small caseload while also supporting to Specialist Aftercare workers.
The role also provide oversight to the Kickstart Post Care program.
Selection Criteria
Essential skills/knowledge
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Willingness to affirm Wesley Mission’s vision, mission and values and enthusiastically advocate our Word and deed ministry
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Degree or Diploma in Social Science or related discipline
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Minimum 5yrs experience working with young people with complex needs
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Demonstrated understanding of Leaving Care plans and how to access funds for young people
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Demonstrated ability to access a range of community services including NDIS, Housing and Financial support services
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Ability to engage and inspire a passionate team through clear decision making and the provision of a supportive and collaborative management style
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Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised as well as an effective team player with a positive can-do attitude
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Experience in managing internal and external stakeholders to achieve set objectives
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Proven organisational skills, ability to multi-task, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines and budgets
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Excellent written and oral skills, public speaking and presentation capabilities
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Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office
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NSW unrestricted drivers' licence.
Desirable skills/knowledge
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Previous management experience
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Experience in Out Of Home Care
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Previous experience in After Care
Remuneration
Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 . Level 6 PP1-3.
Package includes a fully maintained motor vehicle
Closing date
COB : Wednesday July 22, 2026
Apply now
Please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. For further information, or to submit an application, please contact:
Contact
Phone: Rita Karraz – 0437 533853
Email: rita.karraz@wesleymission.org.au
Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
