Disability Community Team Leader

Work for an organisation that makes a positive difference
- Work in a beautiful setting in Fig Tree Pocket
- $85,120.36 plus Super & Salary Sacrifice

**Role**:Disability Community Team Leader
**Hours**: Permanent Full time Mon to Fri (flexible start and finish times available)
**Location**: Fig Tree Pocket
**Salary**:$85,120.36 plus Super & Salary Sacrifice

As a **Disability Community Team Leader** based at our beautiful Fig Tree Pocket (Rosella St) site, you will support our team to provide high quality in home and community access support with activities and services to people with disabilities living in 24-hour Supported Independent Living arrangements.

This role would suit someone with some experience of managing teams and with a passion for helping people live their best life. There is plenty of support for you on-site from our friendly senior team.

**What would I be doing?**
- Supporting our team of DSWs to encourage individuals in a positive manner to make choices and participate in decisions about their daily lives.
- Assist clients to manage their household by supporting staff with household duties, shopping and bill paying etc.
- Coordination of support to access medical and similar appointments.
- Provide leadership and mentoring to the direct support team.
- Assist with recruitment, training and performance management.
- Maintain systems of recording and reporting (roster, incident reporting & investigation)
- Monitor all day-to-day activities of the household.
- Provide timely information and reports as required.

**What You Bring**:

- Support worker experience within the disability sector is essential.
- Previous experience in team leadership or a strong desire to take your next career step in a leadership role.
- The ability to use various mobility aids, administer medications, provide personal care and individualised support to our clients.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to starting.
- Full COVID-19 Vaccinations.

**Why would I choose CPL?**

When you join our team, you can benefit from the following:

- **Tax-Free Savings**: Increase your take-home pay by packaging up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free, including vehicle sacrifice options.
- ** Entertainment Expenses**: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.
- **Grow Your Career, Your Way**: We're committed to your professional development. Share your ideas, challenge the status quo, and collaborate with our team. Together, we'll create a dynamic and inspiring work environment where your contributions are valued.
- **Take Care of Yourself and Your Community**: We understand the importance of well-being. That's why we offer generous leave benefits, including annual leave, personal leave, compassionate leave, and comprehensive paid parental leave. Take the time you need to recharge and give back to your community.
- **Employee Assistance Program**: Access to free and confidential counselling services for you and your family members.
- **Embrace Diversity, Celebrate Uniqueness**: We believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of your background or perspective, you're welcome here. Be yourself, and let's build a brighter future together.

CPL is a non-profit organisation that provides vital support and services to children and adults with disabilities and aged care in Queensland and northern New South Wales. CPL is part of the CPL Group consisting of CPL, Mylestones, Cootharinga and Access Arts. We employ approximately 3000 people that share our values.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter.
CPL is committed to providing a workplace that fosters a culture of respect, understanding and inclusion.