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About Us

We are one of the largest and progressive not-for-profit regional community services providers in South Australia. Established over 100 years ago, we are headquartered in Port Pirie with over 340 talented, qualified employees and over 170 dedicated volunteers.

Our positive, hands-on involvement in regional communities is rewarding and enriching, both for staff and for the people we work with.

Every day we celebrate diversity, thrive on inclusion and demand equity. We provide a collaborative, supportive and flexible working environment while constantly advocating for change to make things even better!

About You

We are always on the lookout for people who share our values and passion to join our team. We can offer you the chance to thrive in a career that makes a difference in people's lives.

If you are kind, compassionate, believe in a society that is fair and justice for all the community, then we want you!

Why Join Us

You will have:

• Flexible working arrangements and salary packaging benefits.
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members.
• A seat at the table where grassroots changes/improvements are made to tackle social justice issues.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing initiatives.
• A career pathway with a comprehensive induction, as well as continuous training.
• Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.

We recognise that diversity in our workforce enables us to better support our clients' aspirations and goals. So, if you are a person living with a disability, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, LGBTIQA+ person, from a culturally diverse group, have lived experience or are unique in any other way, we would love to hear from you.

We are honored to be a White Ribbon Accredited Workplace. In November 2024, we also achieved Bronze Tier Status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) through Pride in Diversity

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to respond to every applicant.

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Uniting Country SA - Caring for Country People

ucsa.org.au

Description:
About The Position

Position Location: Coober Pedy

Position Status: Full Time

Closing Date for Applications: 25th August 2025

The Coober Pedy Homelessness and Domestic and Aboriginal Family Violence Service provides support to people who are at risk of or are experiencing homelessness, domestic or family violence

As the Team Leader, you will support the Homelessness & Domestic and Aboriginal Family Violence Service to team to ensure they assess and respond to the individual needs of women and children in a manner which is inclusive and respectful and provide support to those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

This position is a prescribed Alliance position and will work within the frameworks and philosophies of The Country North Homelessness Alliance Charter and the South Australian Domestic and Family Violence Charter.

Please view the Position Description and Charter for further information on the duties and responsibilities of the role.

Skills and Experiences:
You will:

• Have case management and group work experience.
• Have experience in program budgeting and resource planning, monitoring and reporting.
• Be innovative and progressive.
• Have an ability to think and act in a strategic manner.
• Have a high level of interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

It is essential for you to have:

• Current Australian Drivers Licence.
• Relevant experience leading a team.

A Diploma (or above) in a Human Services or Management related discipline is highly desirable, but is not essential.

You may also need to be available for some out of hours work and travel between Uniting Country SA sites or interstate as required.

Our process will require you to upload a Cover Letter and Resume as separate documents, and also to respond to the following online questions:

• What previous experience do you have in a Team Leader or leadership role, including the positions you've held? Alternatively, please describe your understanding of what it means to be a Team Leader.
• Can you describe your understanding of homelessness and domestic and aboriginal family violence, particularly the impacts these issues have on victims and children?
• How do you, as a Team Leader within Domestic and Aboriginal Family Violence and Homelessness services, build trust and strong rapport among your team members, particularly when supporting staff who regularly work in high pressure and emotionally challenging situations?
• As a Team Leader in the areas of Domestic and Aboriginal Family Violence and Homelessness, you will be responsible for providing supervision and conducting case reviews to ensure best practice and the highest quality of care for both clients and team members. Could you please outline your experience overseeing case management, facilitating reflective practice, and supporting staff working with individuals and families affected by domestic and aboriginal family violence and homelessness?
• Do you have experience working in remote communities such as Coober Pedy? Please describe how you have adapted your leadership and service provision within the unique challenges and opportunities that remoteness presents.

Your responses to these questions should contain examples where possible.

Refer to our Guide to Applying for more information.

All offers of employment are subject to the screening and assessment requirements of the Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 and any other legislation that interacts with it.

Please contact Rachel Mayfield on 0437 644 579 for any questions concerning this position and/or the salary range.

Let us know if you require assistance or adjustments to our recruitment process to better meet your needs. You can tell us by contacting Ethan Walter - Recruitment Specialist via email at: careers@ucsa.org.au or by phone on: 0466 503 880.