Team Leader

$35.42 + SP + Shift & Penalty Allowances

St Agnes' Catholic Parish has been serving the Port Macquarie community since 1878, providing compassionate support across all life stages. With over 700 staff across aged care, community and family services, education, ministry, and pastoral care, we are a values-driven organisation committed to upholding the dignity, wellbeing, and needs of our community.

Emmaus Village is a unique residential community for those living with dementia. This innovatively designed small-household model, originally developed in Europe, provides villagers with familiar surroundings. Our purpose is to empower villagers to live their best life with freedom, independence, and dignity.

Our 94 villagers live in 12 fully functioning, domestic style houses of 7-8 people, where daily life includes cooking, shopping, gardening, and shared activities. At the heart of the village is our vibrant community hub, featuring a café, shop, cinema, beauty salon, and wellness centre, while the surrounding gardens feature a vegetable garden, BBQ areas, and an activity shed for villagers to enjoy.

At Emmaus Village, we believe every day should be meaningful and fulfilling, and every villager deserves to feel at home.

As a Precinct Lead, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of several houses within the village. You will lead by example, working on the ground with your Home Companion team members, ensuring they are provided with the guidance and support needed.

This role is perfect for a hands-on leader with experience in aged care and a passion for empowering people living with dementia. You'll foster an inspiring, collaborative team environment while building strong relationships with villagers, their families, and colleagues.

This is a part-time opportunity, with regular weekend shifts.

• Build meaningful connections with villagers, understanding their specific needs and preferences.
• Champion the Emmaus Village service model and vision – Freedom, Independence and Dignity – 'To enable the villagers to live their best life' and the Parish Values
• Monitor and manage team performance and undertake annual staff performance appraisals and development planning
• Lead, support, and mentor Home Companions to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
• Ensure villager's care plans are followed and regularly reviewed
• Liaise and develop a rapport with family, relatives, and villager representatives.
• Create a supportive and motivated team culture

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, or Community Services
• Medication competency (or willingness to obtain)
• Previous leadership experience in aged care, community care, or disability support
• A willingness to learn about the various forms of dementia and how best to support your households and villagers
• The ability to self-manage your day – excellent time management and prioritisation skills required
• An energetic, positive attitude with a genuine interest in and compassion for aged people living with dementia. A hands-on approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development
• Commitment to work in harmony with Catholic Values and Principles

• Competitive remuneration package available - Up to 35.42 PH + Salary Packaging + Shift & Penalty Allowances
• Salary Packaging options of up to $15,900 Tax Free, plus $2,650 Meals & Entertainment Card
• 10 weeks paid maternity leave
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
• As a corporate partner of Westpac, employees will have access to special offers, discounts and financial information
• Great employee perks including Fitness Passport & discounted Allied Health Services (e.g., remedial massage, physiotherapy, exercise physiology)
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Career advancement pathways and study assistance
• Working for a long-standing, values-based organisation committed to providing a responsive and supportive work environment

For further information about the role, please contact Paige Kerry Human Resources on PH: 02 6588 7444.

Application note: The Parish is committed to being a safe place for children and vulnerable people. Preferred candidates will be required to undergo employment screening, including a criminal history check and referencing for all employees, with additional checks depending on the role.