* Well-established, respected and researched-backed mental health programs.
* Career development and evidence-informed practice development opportunities.
* Join a dedicated, connected, and diverse workforce.
* SCHADS level 6.1.
The Position:
As a Team Leader in Mindset Horizons, you will be connected with a local and statewide team of Mental Health Practitioners, Peer Practitioners, Practice and Capability Lead and other Mindset Program Leaders, as well our Baptcare Family and Community Services Teams. This role is based in our Moonah Hub, with working from home arrangements available for some administration time.
This role provides direct supervision to Mental Health Practitioners working in our Southern Mindset Horizons team. Horizons provides short-term, psychosocial services for adults experiencing severe and episodic mental health conditions by supporting people to build skills, strategies, and resources to support their mental wellbeing and work towards their goals.
The Horizons Team Leader is responsible for providing supervision for their team, managing caseloads, developing and maintaining professional and community networks, particularly in rural and remote areas, and ensuring continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice in the delivery of the service.
This role involves:
o Provide clinical supervision, education and support for assigned team members.
o Provide “on-call” support to staff as needed to manage practice issues, including assessing and providing immediate direction around risky or complex situations that arise, including recognizing the need for mandatory reporting and/or accessing emergency services.
o Coordinate client allocation, ensuring that caseloads are appropriate to meet the needs of clients, along with ensuring work distribution is appropriate for practitioners and program requirements.
o Utilise a comprehensive understanding of program guidelines and reporting requirements, and ensure all team members are aware of targets and program operational procedures to fulfill all quality and accountability requirements of their role.
o Lead and participate in projects as needed, that inform or contribute to program development, including working groups for quality improvement actions, meeting accreditation standards and operational planning.
o Work with Mindset leadership and broader FACS leadership teams as required to contribute to the operation of the local hubs and respond to needs as they arise.
o Manage and lead community engagement and outreach through active participation in local sector meetings, events and initiatives.
o Undertake the recruitment of staff in alignment with FACS recruitment processes.
o Develop and deliver program-specific onboarding and induction training for new employees, as well as ensuring completion and comprehension of Baptcare onboarding requirements for all employees.
This is a permanent 0.8 role.
Key Selection Criteria:
o Demonstrated ability to manage people, including excellent supervision skills, ability to develop and manage performance and provide constructive feedback and advice.
o Proven experience and understanding of the skills required to work effectively with people who experience mental ill-health, and use this practical knowledge to provide advice and direction to practitioners, including understanding of managing and responding to risks through safety and wellness planning and responding appropriately to complex situations.
o Able to confidently develop and maintain networks with appropriate stakeholders, that support the effective delivery and ongoing development of the program/s while representing Mindset in a professional manner.
o Actively participate in and contribute to operational planning, quality improvement and risk management activities.
o Exceptional ability to manage time and prioritise tasks and responsibilities with limited direction.
You must also have:
o A relevant tertiary qualification in mental health, community services, clinical health services, psychology or other health fields.
o The right to work in Australia.
o Australian Driver’s Licence.
o Satisfactory National Police Clearance (will be completed post-interview for applicants moving onto next stage of recruitment).
o Current Working with Children Check.
o Competency in using the range of Office computer packages.
o A minimum three years’ experience working with people who experience mental ill-health.
o Demonstrated experience in staff management including supervision, performance development and performance management.
Interested in applying?
Please submit your resumé and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria listed to be considered for these roles.
Applications close 9am Monday 03/03/2025. Enquiries can be addressed to Mindset Operations Manager Ash Vincent at.
About Baptcare:
Baptcare is a leading, purpose-driven organisation that provides residential and community support for older adults, support to children, families and people living with a disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum. We respect all faiths and beliefs, and actively promote inclusion and diversity.
Baptcare’s psychosocial services journey started in 2013 with the Foundations program (formally MIcare); since then, we have grown to a suite of three mental health programs across Tasmania under the banner name ‘Mindset TAS’.
Here are some ways we foster balance and growth:
o Supportive and comprehensive induction processes with ongoing professional development opportunities.
o Flexible Working: We understand balancing work and life isn’t always easy, so we offer a flexible work model at Baptcare to empower our employees to make time for what’s important to them.
o Connection: We have a focus on creating a work environment where people can thrive in their roles; which includes feeling connected to each other and to purpose; we provide regional and state-wide opportunities for connection, training, and support.
Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
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