Care Team Leader
We have an exciting opportunity for a Care Team Leader to join our team in Maddington, covering East based clients, on a full-time, fixed term basis (12 months) Whilst reporting directly to the Community Manager, you will support and mentor direct care staff to provide quality care to clients/carers within the Community.
This role requires travel within the community. You will have the option to avail of a salary packaged vehicle (with employer contribution) or paid KM's if using your own vehicle.
The Role
* Lead, mentor and support direct care staff to ensure best‑practice service delivery
* Manage performance, onboarding, communication and timesheet approvals
* Promote a safe, positive workplace culture and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
* Allocate resources effectively and respond to staff and client queries
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate will have a strong background within the Aged Care Industry. In addition to this, candidates will be able to demonstrate the following experience, skills and attributes:
* An understanding of health care within a community environment.
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience undertaking care management activities within Support at Home program
* Demonstrated experience in leading a team to achieve outcomes.
* Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to develop effective relationships, promote services and resolve client/staff issues.
* Decision making and problem-solving skills to innovatively manage the provision of service delivery.
* A demonstrated empathetic and flexible approach to manage the sensitivities of client and employee issues.
* Time management and organisational skills to effectively plan and prioritise work tasks.
* Knowledge of service provision, allocation and compliance with contractual obligations.
* Knowledge of manual handling principles with the ability to train others.
* A Certificate III in Community Support Services is desirable OR minimum two years industry experience and a willingness to obtain Cert 3.
Under the Aged Care act 1997, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance prior to commencement
What's on offer
* Professional Development supported & Study Leave supported
* Internal referral rewards - refer a friend or family member receive a $250 e-voucher
* Opportunity to purchase extra leave
* Comprehensive orientation programme
* Devices and consumables provided to assist you in delivering care (including laptop and smart phone)
* Subsidised gym membership - $15 per week to access hundreds of different fitness venues
* Health insurance programmes - 12% discount with HBF
* Social club discounts - cheaper tickets to cinemas, theatre shows, Zoo, Aqwa, Scitech, Adventure World and more *providers subject to change
* Mental health support - up to 3 free sessions with a degree-qualified psychologist per year
Why Choose Silverchain
Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It's a team effort. Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective.
We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home.
We'll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.
We'll provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.
How to apply
To submit your application, click 'Apply'.
At Silverchain, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.
Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be accepted. We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process and extend or withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date.