ACTING TEAM LEADER – SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING – FIXED TERM

Salary + Super + NFP tax benefits

Position from 16 May 2024 to 18 June 2024 

Be responsible for the leadership and management of two sites in West SIL regio n – The Ponds and Bau lkh a m Hills 

WHO WE ARE:

At Unisson Disability, we are solid in our belief that no one should be defined by their disability.

We are passionate about enabling people with disability to live their best lives, in a world that can feel more restrictive for them than for others. We’ve been around for 99 years – no mean feat in this dynamic sector! The double S in our name is no typo either – you’ll get used to it, it’s a reference to our previous name ‘Sunshine ’, a legacy for our groundbreaking founder, Dr Lorna Hodgkinson.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Salary Packaging Options

Wherefit Partnership

Discounted Health Cover

On Site Parking

Annual Leave Loading at 17.5%

Additional Wellbeing Leave and options to cash out Annual Leave

Employee Referral Program

Free Flu Vaccinations

Birthday and Milestone Celebrations

Flexible Working Options

Emphasis on Individualised Training and Development

Access to professional counselling service for employees and their immediate family

Collaborative and positive working culture

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are looking for a forward-thinking individual to lead a team of disability support professionals in delivering high-quality, personalised support services to our clients. The responsibilities of the position include:

Managing sites for clients, staff and visitors, which includes the site being well presented, well maintained and meeting compliance standards.

Lead the development, implementation, and review of each client’s comprehensive person-centred plan.

Ensure the record keeping and documentation at each house is complete and accurate and in accordance with Unisson Disability’s policies and procedures and relevant Client Management System.

Where required participate in processes related to the use of Restricted Practices.

Provide support to clients to prepare for and attend NDIS Plan Review meetings, ensure all relevant support documentation and evidence is available and attend to actively participate or advocate for the client.

Maintain and continuously improve staff skills through observation, feedback, and coaching. 

Ensure continuity of service through planned staff leave and timely recruitment of new staff in collaboration with the Scheduling Team and the Talent Acquisition Team.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

2-3 years’ experience working in a leadership-based role in Disability Sector is highly desirable. 

Willingness to participate in flexible working hours including on call, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

High levels of enthusiasm, initiative, and a positive attitude. Is reliable, team focused and committed to achieving excellence in the Disability sector.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication, organisation, presentation, and leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop these skills in others.

Emotional intelligence, resilience, and capacity to perform the work required .

Commitment to the values, vision and mission of Unisson Disability including leadership and implementation.

TO APPLY:

Please attach a cover letter and an updated resume.

Unisson Disability is a person-centred organisation. We believe that every person has a story. This applies not only to the people we support, but also to our approach to the people we employ. With a continuous focus on team building, leadership coaching and ongoing training, we seek to create a working environment that's unified with our core purpose: promoting everyone's ability to live a great life. 

Our promise to our team members is that we will help you develop your personal strengths and grow in your role. Unisson Disability is an equal opportunity employer and provides a smoke free environment.

Employees are required to hold an NSW Driver's License (P2/Full), a First Aid Certificate (or be willing to apply for one), and a current Working with Children's Check (if required ). As we work with vulnerable people, the successful candidate will also be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check .

Level 1 Suite 101/108-114 George Street, Hornsby NSW 2077