Team Leader – NDIS Youth and Mental Health Support

4 days ago

Ballina New South Wales, Australia Summerland Support Services Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Team Leader – NDIS Youth and Mental Health Support

Ballina | Join a Growing Disability Organisation

Summerland Support Services is expanding and seeking an experienced, values driven Team Leader to oversee services supporting young people and individuals with psychosocial disability, including those in Supported Independent Living (SIL).

The Opportunity

Lead and mentor frontline staff, coordinate high quality supports, and drive positive client outcomes using person centred practice. Work closely with Service Delivery to create safe environments that foster independence, dignity, and meaningful community participation.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and support teams across SIL and community programs
  • Coach staff to deliver person centred, strengths based support
  • Ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards and organisational policy
  • Develop and manage budgets
  • Communicate effectively with participants, families, and professionals
  • Contribute to skill development, quality improvement, and roster management

What We Offer

  • Leadership role with genuine growth and career progression
  • Ongoing professional development and specialised training
  • Supportive, inclusive management culture
  • Competitive remuneration aligned to experience and qualifications
  • The opportunity to create positive outcomes in your local community

About Us

Summerland Support Services is a registered NDIS provider delivering high quality disability and psychosocial supports across the Northern Rivers. Our model blends compassion with operational excellence to help people live the life they choose.

About You

A confident, capable leader who empowers others, exercises sound judgment, maintains professional boundaries, and remains calm in dynamic environments.

Skills and desirable attributes

  • Leadership experience in disability, youth, residential care, or mental health
  • Experience implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans and safety procedures
  • Strong knowledge of psychosocial disability and complex support needs
  • Excellent communication and problem solving capability
  • Commitment to person centred practice

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certificate IV in Mental Health, Disability, Youth Work, Social Work, and / or extensive experience.

Essential Requirements

NDIS Worker Check

Working with Children Check

First Aid and CPR

Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle

Apply Today

If you are ready to step into a leadership role and contribute to a values-driven organisation, we welcome your application.

Confidential enquiries:

Patrick Deegan

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