SIL House Leader – High Intensity SILS House

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and empowering individuals to live their best lives? Do you have a passion for high-quality care, and the skills to lead and inspire others in a dynamic, high-intensity environment?

If you have a background as an Enrolled Nurse or substantial experience in health and high-health needs environments, this is your opportunity to contribute your skills to a role that truly makes a difference.

About Us

At GCLA, we're more than just a not-for-profit organisation—we're a movement dedicated to transforming lives and creating a more inclusive community. Since 1977, at the heart of Gladstone, we've been champions of care, empowerment, and connection. Guided by our purpose of going 'beyond ordinary', we strive to enrich the lives of those we serve and foster a sense of belonging for all.

We believe in creating a workplace where purpose meets passion, and where our team feels inspired to grow, lead, and excel.

If you're ready to be part of an organisation that's redefining what's possible and making a real impact in the community, we'd love to welcome you to the GCLA family. Together, we can continue to go beyond ordinary.

Our High Intensity SILS (Supported Independent Living) house is a safe and nurturing environment for individuals with significant health and support needs. We work collaboratively with families, healthcare providers, and multidisciplinary teams to enable our residents to live fulfilling and independent lives.

About the Role

As a SIL House Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the day-to-day operations of the SILS (Supported Independent Living) house run smoothly while maintaining a strong focus on the individual needs of the residents. You will:

Provide high-quality, person-centred care tailored to the complex needs of individuals.

Manage and implement individualised support plans, including behaviour management strategies.

Assist with medication administration, personal care, and other healthcare tasks while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.

Act as a mentor and role model for other support workers, offering guidance, training, and leadership to foster a collaborative team environment.

Coordinate with allied health professionals, healthcare providers, external stakeholders, and families to ensure holistic care.

Handle administrative tasks, including documentation, incident reporting, and compliance monitoring.

Promote independence, dignity, and choice for individuals, empowering them to achieve their goals.

Respond effectively to health-related emergencies and maintain a safe, supportive environment for both residents and staff.

Please note: This role is based in a 24/7 supported living house, and staff will be required to work on a rotational 24/7 roster. This includes mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and public holidays.

Every day, you'll have the chance to create meaningful connections and help our participants achieve their goals.

About You

You are a compassionate professional with a strong background in high-health needs support. You thrive in a coordinator role and are passionate about empowering others.

Key Criteria:

Qualifications:

Certificate IV in Disability, Community Services, or a related field (desired)

Enrolled Nurse qualification (preferred) or substantial experience in health/high health needs environments.

Experience:

Significant experience supporting individuals with complex and high-health needs in SILS, disability, aged care, or similar settings.

Proven ability to respond to medical and health-related situations effectively.

Skills and Attributes:

Strong leadership and team mentorship capabilities.

Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Competence in developing and maintaining detailed care plans, reports, and documentation.

A calm and professional demeanour, especially in high-pressure situations.

Requirements:

Current First Aid and CPR certifications.

Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain.

Current Blue Card willingness to obtain.

A valid driver's license.

What We Offer

When you join our team, you'll become part of a workplace that values its staff. We offer:

Access to salary packaging

2 Your Days per annum

A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where your contributions are valued.

Ongoing professional development opportunities, including training and career progression pathways.

Competitive salary with additional benefits.

The opportunity to work in a rewarding role that makes a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Make a difference. Apply today and be a part of something extraordinary.

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Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a support worker? Have you completed a qualification in disability? Do you have experience in administration? Do you have experience working in the not-for-profit sector? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check? Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?

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