Carers NSW is the peak body in NSW for carers of all ages and circumstances. We are a not-for-profit organisation connecting and empowering carers and improving their quality of life through support, referrals, capacity building and training.

As the Carer Gateway Service Provider (CGSP) in Region 4 of NSW (Central Coast, Hunter New England and North Coast) Carers NSW is looking for a Team Leader, Peer Support & Coaching to be based in Newcastle. This exciting opportunity is a full time contract role, with some travel across the region required.

The Role: 

The Team Leader, Peer Support & Coaching is responsible for managing and growing the activities of the In-Person Peer Support Facilitation and the creation of Carer Coaching teams - which includes:

• Ensuring that the operation of these programs meets the Carer Gateway service guidelines and funding agreements
• Conducting Peer Support Facilitation and Carer Coaching across the region
• Evaluating the overall effectiveness of the delivery of Peer Support and Carer Coaching activities
• Maintaining effective data and reporting mechanisms and regular reporting; and
• Managing, supporting and developing the Peer Support and new Coaching team members based across the region

Essential criteria: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Community or Aged Care, Social Work, Psychology or other relevant discipline.
• Relevant training qualification - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent
• Proven coaching experience
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing remote teams; and
• Experience in relationship development and management with stakeholders, peak bodies and government organisations