The Support Services Team leader will lead and manage the Disability Support Worker team in providing support to NDIS Participants. This role works closely with other Life Ur Way streams to ensure effective service delivery. The Team Leader will be required to be available to respond to emergencies outside of standard business hours when required. The Support Services Team Leader will report to the Operations Manager.
Responsibilities and Duties
Provide support, guidance, coaching and leadership to the Disability Support Worker team through performance reviews and regular supervision.
Manage conflict, provide development opportunities, and address performance issues within the team.
Promote and maintain a positive, respectful, and enthusiastic work environment.
Identify, report, manage and respond to emerging issues in an appropriate and timely way.
Identify and implement relevant training for Disability Support Workers.
Work closely with other internal operating streams to ensure effective service delivery.
Work closely with the Operations Manager to recruit, induct, and train new staff.
Ensure compliance with legislative & regulatory requirements and Life Ur Way policies and procedures.
Development of internal documents such as newsletters and service reports.
Liaise with external agencies including WorkCover, Penninsula, etc. as required.
Oversee and manage Life Ur Way’s group activity programs.
Assist in complaints management as required.
Work collaboratively with management, staff, Participants and their families to manage challenges within supports (e.g. health declines, significant changes to Participant circumstances, challenging behaviors).
Other duties as required.
Mandatory Qualifications
Qualification in the Disability/Community Services sector is highly desirable.
Qld Drivers license.
NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Skills/Personal Attributes
Experience managing/supervising staff in the community services sector.
Strong coordination, leadership, and peer support skills.
Demonstrated experience supporting clients with complex needs.
Strong communication skills.
Flexible and approachable personality.
How to apply
To apply, please supply your current resume and a letter addressing why you would be the best person for this role. Applications can be uploaded via the ‘Careers’ tab on the Life Ur Way website (lifeurway.com.au), or hard copy applications can be dropped into our office in the Innisfail Food Emporium.
Applications without a covering letter will not be assessed.
Enquiries – please phone 4015 2994 or email admin@lifeurway.com.au
Please address enquiries and/or applications to Samara Nugent – Office Manager.
