Disability Team Leader - Melbourne, Australia - Crescent Respite

Crescent Respite

Verified Company

Melbourne, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Company Overview:

Crescent Respite is a NDIS provider and a pioneering organization in the field of psychotherapy, committed to providing person-centered care and innovative solutions for individuals with diverse needs.

With a focus on modern, out-of-the-box thinking, Crescent Respite envisions a world where people with disabilities receive the utmost care and attention tailored to their unique needs and are not only supported but thrive in an inclusive society.

We aim to become the leading provider of person-centered psychotherapy services and make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and their families.

About the role:

We are currently seeking a Team Leader for our SIL & Respite accommodations in the Western Suburbs.

This role is responsible for leading residential support workers in the delivery of a high-quality service to achieve positive client outcomes based on best practice principles.

Responsibilities:

Overall leadership and management of our SIL and Respite houses
Responsible for the rostering of all direct support staff within your houses including monitoring of absenteeism and recommendations for escalation.
Complete all paperwork, (i.e., medication reorders, transportation, visitor logs etc)
Understanding the client needs to match appropriate skilled staff to clients; to deliver services in line with their care plan.
Supervision of support workers on a regular basis. Maintain and build relationships with existing Participants and key referrers such as Support Coordinators, Plan Managers, and Allied Health Professionals
Supporting Participants, their families, and carers to understand and access the business' services and policies.
Nurturing a network of connections across the disability and community care sector
Develop and Maintain Operational Administrative Systems, Procedures and Processes to Support Effective Management of all areas of Service Delivery
Reporting incidents immediately in line with the NDIS Incident reporting
Management of accommodation budget and expenditure

Qualifications:

At least 12 months of experience in a similar role, preferably in the Disability or Community services sector
Certificate III or above in Disability or community services
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Valid Victorian Working with Children Check
Current First aid and CPR certificate
Victorian Driver's License
Satisfactory National Police Certificate obtained within the last 6 months.

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive training, and ample opportunities for personal growth and advancement.