The Royal Children's Hospital

Team Leader Children's Therapeutic Team

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Darwin, AU (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Full time - fixed term position

Why Join Relationships Australia NT?

Make a meaningful difference while enjoying a workplace that truly supports you—professionally, personally, and culturally. At RA-NT, you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to strengthening communities across Central Australia. We offer:

  • Generous leave benefits – Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading, along with 3 days additional paid Christmas closure days to unwind.
  • Investment in your growth – Access up to $3,000 PD funding annually
  • Strong wellbeing support – Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program, one paid Wellness Day each year, and regular cultural and wellbeing events.
  • Attractive salary packaging – Maximise your take-home pay with up to $15,899 tax-free per year, plus $2,650 in meal and entertainment benefits.
  • Relocation assistance – Eligible interstate candidates can receive up to $4,000 to help make the move to Northern Australia seamless.
  • Community impact – Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real, lasting difference for individuals, families, and communities across the region.

Position Statement:

The Team Leader for the Children's Therapeutic Team will play a pivotal role in overseeing and enhancing therapeutic services for children. This position is essential for ensuring that our team delivers high-quality support and interventions, fostering the emotional and psychological well-being of children in our care. The Team Leader will collaborate with various stakeholders to develop effective strategies and program's that meet the diverse needs of children and their families.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the Children's Therapeutic Team, ensuring effective delivery of therapeutic services.
  • Develop and implement therapeutic program's tailored to the needs of children and families.
  • Supervise and support team members, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborate with external agencies and stakeholders to enhance service delivery and outcomes.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, making adjustments as necessary.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
  • Facilitate team meetings and ensure open communication within the team.
  • Promote a child-centered approach in all therapeutic practices.

Qualifications:

  • A relevant degree in psychology, social work, or a related field.
  • Experience in a leadership role within a therapeutic or clinical setting, preferably with children.
  • Strong understanding of child development and therapeutic practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Proficient in record-keeping and report writing.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.

To obtain further information visit us at www.nt.relationships.org.au/careers

Applications will be processed as received and only successful candidates will be contacted. To discuss this position further please contact Terry on 08 8923 4999.

Relationships Australia NT encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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