Add expected salary to your profile for insightsPermanent Full Time position based over 2 sitesWork for a leading provider of disability support servicesStrive to ensure our clients have better days, every dayAble Australia is a leading provider of disability services across Tasmania, Victoria, the ACT and South East Queensland. For over 50 years we have been delivering innovative support services to people with multiple disabilities and deafblindness. As a registered provider of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), our vision is to enable the people we support to live the life they choose.Committed to the values of Trust, Respect, Excellence and Kindness, we provide high quality supports that reflect evidence-based best practice. We strive to ensure our clients live better days, every day.About the roleWe have an exciting opportunity in our growing organisation for a Residential Services Lead - Team Leader. We are looking for an exceptional individual with a strong ability to lead a diverse team and develop the service within a supported independent living home (SIL). In this role you will work alongside Disability Support Workers to directly support participants with activities of daily living, domestic tasks, goal development, empowerment and active support. This role will cover 2 sites at Croydon and Waverley, and is a permanent Full Time position.The successful applicant must possess empathy, enthusiasm and self-motivation to enrich the lives of the people we support in a nurturing environment along with the below listed skills and experience.Skills and experience required to be successful in this roleMinimum 2 years experience leading a team in SIL servicesBe available to be rostered for flexible hours/shifts, plus weekend rosters.Tertiary, graduate or post graduate qualification in relevant field (Community/Disability)Have highly developed oral and written communication skillsHave advanced computer skills (MS Office, iPads and other systems (e.g. Carelink)Current drivers license and access to a reliable, registered, and insured vehicleAdminister medication formal training - HLTAAP001 Recognise Healthy Body Systems and HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication.National Police Check (issued less than 3 months ago) or willingness to obtainFirst Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)Highly developed emotional intelligenceProficient in AuslanSolid leadership capability with experience leading a team of support workersExperience in aged care, special education and health background will also be well regardedA relevant qualification in Disability, Aged Care, Individual Support, Allied Health, Mental Health or working towards it.Experience using Carelink+ or a similar client management tool.Practical experience using Auslan will be highly regarded.What we offer:Opportunity to work for a growing organisation that demonstrates industry leadership.Warm and genuinely supportive team environmentTraining and professional development opportunities to grow your career.Warm, caring and genuinely supportive team environment including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.Attractive Salary packaging benefitsIf this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.How to applyPlease click on the APPLY NOW button and complete the online application form. You will need to upload your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this job along with your skills and experience. You will be requested to upload a copy of your Working with Vulnerable People card (TAS & ACT) / Yellow Card (QLD) and Australian drivers licence as per the requirement of the role.Applications must be submitted by COB 21 March 2025.Please note that you must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered for this position. Employment is conditional upon screening checks throughout employment. If you have any particular questions regarding the position or need to find out more, get in touch with Lisa Brotherton, Area Manager on 0413 157 558. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Residential Services Lead / Team Lead