Day Service Team Leader

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join our day services team, providing dedicated support to individuals with disabilities. In this role, you will be responsible for supervising and guiding a team of support workers, coordinating and delivering person-centered activities, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all participants. Your commitment to fostering independence, building skills, and supporting the well-being of participants is essential in this role.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Participant Support & Engagement**: Provide high-quality, person-centered support to individuals with disabilities, empowering them to participate in activities that foster independence, personal growth, and social inclusion.
- **Program Development & Delivery**: Develop and lead a range of engaging day service activities tailored to the needs, goals, and interests of participants. This includes individual and group sessions across life skills, community access, recreation, and social engagement.
- **Team Leadership**: Mentor and supervise a team of support workers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high standards of care and professional development.
- **Behavioral Support**: Implement and monitor individualized behavior support plans, working closely with allied health professionals and families to ensure best practices are upheld.
- **Documentation & Reporting**: Accurately document daily observations, progress notes, incident reports, and any other required documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
- **Health & Safety**: Maintain a safe, supportive environment by conducting risk assessments, adhering to all health and safety protocols, and responding appropriately to any incidents.
- **Stakeholder Collaboration**: Work closely with families, allied health professionals, and other stakeholders to review and adapt support plans in line with participant goals and changing needs.

**Essential Criteria**
- **Experience**: Minimum of 3-5 years working in disability support or a related field, with experience in day services preferred.
- **Qualifications**: Certificate IV or Diploma in Disability, Community Services, or a related field.
- **Leadership Skills**: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support a team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- **Person-Centered Focus**: Demonstrated commitment to empowering individuals with disabilities through respectful, strengths-based support.
- **Knowledge of NDIS**: Familiarity with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), including understanding of participant goals, behavior support plans, and reporting requirements.
- **Behavioral Support Training**: Certification or experience in positive behavior support (PBS) or similar approaches, with a proactive approach to managing behaviors of concern.
- **Safety & Compliance**: Knowledge of health and safety procedures, risk management, and safeguarding practices.

**Desirable Criteria**
- **Allied Health Knowledge**: Experience working alongside or with allied health professionals to develop support plans.
- **First Aid Certification**: Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- **Driver’s License**: Valid driver’s license, as some travel may be required.

**Benefits**
- **Professional Development**: Access to ongoing training, workshops, and development opportunities.
- **Supportive Work Environment**: Join a collaborative team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities.
- **Work-Life Balance**: Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance.

**Ongoing Schedule as followed**:Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $35.00 - $43.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 07/02/2025
Expected Start Date: 01/02/2025