Team Lead

We're seeking a Team Leader for 8 months to guide a local team connecting individuals with services and community networks across Mount Isa.

• Lead a community-focused team and strengthen local partnerships
• Help people access services, practical support and opportunities
• Salary packaging and professional development available

About the opportunity

Strong community services depend on people knowing where to turn and feeling comfortable asking for help.

We’re seeking a Team Leader to guide a local team connecting individuals and families with services and community networks across Mount Isa.

Combining people leadership with community engagement, you’ll support day-to-day service delivery, build partnerships and help create a welcoming space where people can access information and support.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing day-to-day guidance, coaching and support to staff
• Coordinating community hub activities, drop-in sessions and information sessions
• Building relationships with local health, mental health, disability and community organisations
• Strengthening referral pathways and identifying gaps in available support
• Supporting outreach to people who may face barriers to accessing services
• Guiding consistent intake, assessment, support planning and referral practices
• Supporting staff to respond to complex situations and escalate concerns appropriately
• Using participant feedback and service information to improve delivery
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to reporting requirements

About you

You’re approachable, practical and confident bringing people together. You enjoy supporting a team while staying connected to the community and the services it needs.

You’ll bring:

• Experience leading, supervising or mentoring staff in community services or a related setting
• A Diploma or higher qualification in a relevant discipline, and/or equivalent community sector experience
• Experience in community engagement, service coordination or supporting individuals and families
• Confidence developing partnerships and representing a service at local networks
• A commitment to culturally safe and inclusive practice, including engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Sound judgement, professional boundaries and an understanding of risk management
• Strong communication, organisation and administration skills
• A current driver licence and willingness to travel as required

Knowledge of Mount Isa and surrounding communities would be highly regarded. Experience across mental health, disability, AOD, family services or other human services settings would also be valuable.

What’s on offer

• A role combining team leadership, community engagement and practical service delivery
• The opportunity to strengthen local connections and improve access to support
• SCHADS 5 + Salary packaging benefits
• Professional training and development opportunities

Interested?

Apply with your CV or contact Jenny at Be Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Appointment is subject to relevant employment and screening requirements.