Job Title: Team Leader - Counselling, Children & Parenting, and Youth Enhanced Services Location: Tennant Creek, Northern Territory Salary: $106,389 - 111,092 SCHADS Level 6 + Super, 17.5% leave loading, and salary packaging options Why Join Us? Purpose-Driven Impact: Support families and youth in the Northern Territory through essential counseling and intervention programs. Professional Growth: Access ongoing training and development opportunities. Generous Benefits: 5 weeks annual leave, super, and above-award leave benefits. About the Role & Client: My Client, a well-regarded non-profit organization serving communities across the Northern Territory, is seeking a Team Leader for their Counselling, Children & Parenting, and Youth Enhanced Services. This role provides leadership, guidance, and direct support in delivering trauma-informed, culturally responsive services to children, youth, and families. Working under limited direction, the Team Leader manages a dedicated team to meet program goals and ensures high-quality service delivery. About the service: The Children and Parenting program offers early intervention and preventive services using a whole-family approach to support at-risk families. It provides evidence-based resources and activities to empower parents, guardians, and carers, enhancing their skills to foster healthy child development and well-being. The Youth Enhanced Service (YES) supports young people at risk of, or experiencing, mental illness. It improves service access, focusing on recovery and long-term mental health. YES engages youth and their families through assessment, casework, specialist liaison, and community education to connect them with the most suitable local support options. Key Responsibilities: Direct Service Delivery: Oversee triage, assessments, and allocation of participants for individual and group programs. Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed support, particularly in complex cases. Team Leadership & Mentorship: Guide and mentor staff to deliver best-practice services aligned with contractual and organizational standards. Support team cohesion and professional growth through structured supervision and feedback. Data Integrity & Compliance: Ensure accurate data entry, conduct audits, and maintain compliance with program requirements. Provide timely reporting and feedback to stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement: Build collaborative networks with government, community agencies, and Indigenous groups to enhance service delivery and client support. HR & Recruitment: Participate in staff recruitment, induction, and performance management, fostering a supportive and skilled team environment. Benefits: SCHADS Level 6 salary with superannuation and NFP salary packaging. 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading. Additional benefits including extensive professional development and training opportunities. Skills & Requirements: Qualifications: Relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in social work, psychology, or related field. Experience: Minimum 2 years in team leadership and relevant practice, with strong supervision and mentoring skills. Cultural Competency: Experience working with Indigenous communities, demonstrating cultural awareness and sensitivity. Communication: Strong written and verbal skills for reporting, case management, and stakeholder engagement. Compliance: Valid NT Driver's License, Ochre Card, and satisfactory criminal history check. How to Apply: To be considered for this impactful role, click APPLY, email your resume to , or contact Emma at for a confidential discussion. Know someone ideal for this role? Recommend a colleague and qualify for a referral voucher!