Description:
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader in the Palmerston region.
The ideal candidate will assist in supervising and mentoring support workers and provide competent leadership and direction in the provision of quality based supported living services to our participants.
Job Details
- Position: Team Leader Disability Services
- Hours: 76 hours per fortnight
- Work Location: Palmerston
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure effective and efficient administrative procedures and processes are adhered to including the upkeep of participant files and folders, monthly reporting and business planning activities.
- Ensure compliance with the National Quality and Safeguarding Framework (NQSF) and organisational policy and procedures.
- Manage areas involving participant of domestic support in the home - including and not limited to, household and personal shopping, meal preparation and menu planning
- Manage areas of direct care duties involving participant, including and not limited to personal care, transportation, housework, behavioral support, monitoring
- Maintain the appearance of the home, including the notification of when items need replenishing or replacing e.g. chemicals, furniture, kitchen household appliances
- Working relationship with participants and their guardians/family
- Support and drive a workplace culture of teamwork, encouraging participant innovation and creativity
Essential Criteria:
- Desire to make a difference
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience following policies, procedures and plans - NDIS Quality and Safety Practice Standards.
- Experience assisting people with a disability with activities of daily living, including personal care
- Understanding, ability and willingness to implement Person-Centred Practices
- Skills in building relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
- Able to effectively manage time and balance priorities
- Experience in using technology to communicate and share information
- A commitment to equality and diversity.
- Minimum Certificate IV in a Disability or related qualification and or willingness to obtain within a 12-month period.
- High level of digital literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite and ability to use a digital client management system and rostering and time management system.
- Effective organisational and time management skills.
- High level of professionalism including the confidential management of all organisational, client and employee information.
Culture and Benefits
- Salary packaging benefits to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free.
- 5 weeks annual leave
- A focus on employee well-being, with regular supervision opportunities.
- Access to training and learning opportunities.
- Supportive team environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.
- An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
Position Description
How to apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide a cover letter addressing the role requirements, and submit your resume.
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Somerville is an equal opportunity employer providing a smoke free environment and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander candidates are welcome to apply.