ERCQLD Team Leader

About the Role

The Team Leader provides strategic and operational support to the State Program Lead in the coordination of recreational, mentoring and well-being programs. These programs have been developed to respond to the needs of young people who have faced significant and complex trauma or adversity/ disadvantage. It is the responsibility of the Team Leader to ensure the implementation of programs and the smooth running of these programs within the community. The Team Leader will support the State Program Lead in the design and development of future QLD Camps and play a significant role in building and maintaining relations with our program stakeholders.

Our Camps are run over weekends and during school holidays, some availability during these times is essential for this role. This role will suit someone creative, flexible, strong attention to detail with a great sense of play and fun.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Planning and organizing relevant sessions and resources for programs

• Coordinating and supervising volunteers to assist in the program

• Liaising with schools, other relevant external stakeholders in the planning of programs

• Recruitment and training of volunteers

• Ensure logistics are carried out for programs including setting up of sites and facilities

About You

To be successful in this position you will have the following:

• Minimum Bachelor Degree related to Community development, Social welfare, Counselling, Outdoor recreation or other relevant area

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role

• Working with Children clearance

• Current unrestricted Drivers licence

• Apply First Aid certificate

• Willingness and ability to travel from time to time

• Willingness to work flexible hours in order to meet the demands of the role including weekend and evening work

• Experience working within a volunteer scheme, volunteer based program or in a direct relationship with volunteers.

Application Information

All applications are via our website and must include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position and a current curriculum vitae.

This position may close early if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closing date.

ERCS is a child safe organisation, committed to the protection of children and adults-at-risk. ERCS is committed to a safe culture for all and has zero tolerance of any abuse, discrimination including racism and a zero tolerance of inaction in regard to concerns of this nature.

All staff must be compliant with the ERCS COVID Vaccination Policy and booster doses

Applications Close: Monday 22 August