Crescent Respite is seeking a skilled and experienced Disability Team Leader, for accommodation in Beveridge. Pay is at Level 3.1 as per SCHADS award.

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey where every step you take makes a positive impact? Crescent Respite is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Disability Team Leader, around Beveridge VIC, who have experience supporting people including young people with complex disability and behaviour, including offending behaviours, to join our dynamic team!

As this role requires daily communication with NDIS participants who have cognitive disability, ability to communicate clearly is a must. If you have experience working with people who have complex needs (including; behaviours, mental health issues, criminal justice related issues, history of trauma, history of living in residential care, drug/alcohol abuse etc), we'd love to hear from you.

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're looking for a passionate leader with experience in SIL & Respite care.

This full-time role offers a dynamic opportunity to lead our team of residential support workers and supporting the client on the floor while ensuring our accommodation is managed optimally. Notably, it includes travel, allowing you to personally oversee and enhance our services in our SIL facility in Beveridge VIC, making a direct impact on the well-being of those we serve.

Key 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 re-orders, 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.

Selection Criteria:

• At least 12 months of experience in a similar role, preferably in the Disability or Community services sector
• Certificate III or above in Disability, Community Services or equivalent
• Passionate to work alongside clients with disability and a customer service focused approach
• Experience working with rostering systems and Microsoft 365 suite.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel to the SIL house _ Beveridge

Mandatory Compliance Requirements:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Valid Victorian Working with Children Check
• Current First aid and CPR certificate
• Current Victorian Driver’s License
• Manual handling certificate
• Medication certificate
• Satisfactory National Police Certificate obtained within the last 6 months.

Apply now!

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

If this is the right role for you, please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria TODAY!! 

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted 

Crescent Respite values lived experience of mental health recovery and diversity in our workplace. We strongly encourage applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and people from diverse cultural and linguistic background.