Team Leader Clinical Practice - Te Puna Waiat Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children - - Christchurch
Team Leader Clinical Practice
- Permanent, full-time opportunity
- Utilise your leadership skills and lead a team of dedicated Case Leaders• Competitive Salary starting from $106,416 to $117,782 depending on experienceDo you have a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of our young people?
We have an exciting Team Leader Clinical Practice opportunity in our Te Puna Wai Youth Justice Leadership team.Mō mātou | About usOur vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child.
We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting children first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.Mō te tūnga | About the roleThe Team Leader Clinical Practice (TLCP) is an integral part of our Leadership Team.
This position ensures that interventions, programmes and steps are put in place for each tamariki and rangatahi to effectively address underlying trauma, health needs, criminogenic and behavioural issues, to ensure a successful transition from the residence.
The TLCP will effectively lead the case leader team, by ensuring the development and delivery of high quality services, support and advice to managers, staff and key stakeholders.
This includes providing oversight to ensure input from a range of stakeholders involved in designing and delivering programmes and services to Tamariki and rangatahi.Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bringKey requirements of the role include:- A comprehensive understanding of the impact of trauma across the lifespan• Supporting staff to ensure they have a better understanding of tamariki and rangatahi's needs and are aware of the support services and resources that are available to address these.• A Masters level qualification in psychology, education, nursing (mental health) or social work• Proven experience in working with health practitioners and education providers to ensure high quality therapeutic services• Experience in leading a team in a clinical or therapeutic setting
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills• A practical background in process planning for efficient service delivery• Contributing and supporting national and regional service delivery performance and practice improvement initiatives• An ability to anticipate and resolve problems and make decisions based on risks• Demonstrated evidence of ability to commit to the vision, mission, and goals of Oranga Tamariki• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices, knowledge of tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi / The Treaty of Waitangi, and how these help us be more responsive to support tamariki, whānau and families• A full, current, clean driver licence Nōu te rourou | What's in it for youOranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure.
Annual remuneration for this position starts between $106,416 and $117,782 dependant on experience.We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.
We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.
This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.
To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/ Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to ApplyApply online with your CV and Covering Letter.
If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nzOranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.
In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:• We put Tamariki first• We believe Aroha is vital• We respect the Mana of people• We are Tika and Pono• We value Whakapapa• We recognise that Oranga is a journeyHurry as applications for this role close on 6 November 2024If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.