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Are you a passionate leader with a background in Disability, Aged Care or Healthcare looking to make a positive impact on your community?
Due to exciting growth in our South Coast region, we are seeking a permanent Team Leader to join our team in Kingscote to lead a new SIL service and guide existing community programs.
At Community Living Australia, our Team Leaders are responsible for providing practical support, guidance, and coaching to Support Workers assisting clients with daily living skills, community inclusion, and participation activities.
We are a not-for-profit organization committed to empowering people with disability to live full and independent lives. We’ve been supporting people across regional South Australia for over 30 years through a person-centered approach, strong community partnerships, and a focus on real impact.
Community Living Australia has charitable status for Fringe Benefits Tax purposes, offering attractive taxation benefits such as up to $15,900 tax-free per year and $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment through salary sacrifice!
Novated Leasing is available through salary packaging for the financing and running costs of a new, ex-demo, or used car!
You may be eligible for Cost of Living Benefits to salary package 50% of rent or mortgage interest costs, utilities, and other household expenses!
What you'll be doing
People Management: Lead and promote CLA culture by supporting recruitment, induction (including shadow shifts), probation reviews, resource planning and management, leave management, reimbursements, timesheets, and performance management, including seeking support and escalating complex matters. Supervise placement students and trainees.
Service Planning & Delivery: Develop support protocols and documentation in line with CLA policies. Identify needs for health and behavior support plans and training.
Escalate client billing queries and assist with client funds management. Monitor medication administration, conduct audits, follow up on errors, and authorize PRN medications.
Communication & Collaboration: Report on client NDIS goal progression. Liaise with and provide updates to clients and their families/caregivers.
Assist the Client Services Manager with business development activities as directed.
You'll have:
* Certificate IV in Leadership & Management (or equivalent qualification) or 3+ years of experience in a similar role
* Passion for health and safety, demonstrated through maintaining First Aid, CPR & Safe Environments for Children & Young People certifications
* NDIS Worker Check & Working with Children Check
* Experience in leadership or staff management roles
* Australian driver’s license and access to a private vehicle (subject to approval)
At Community Living Australia, we are committed to a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diverse skills and experiences. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:
· Opportunities for ongoing professional development and paid training days
· Access to free employee assistance programs and wellbeing initiatives
· A supportive and inclusive team culture
· Salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meals/entertainment)
· Novated leasing options
Apply now to become a Team Leader with Community Living Australia and be part of an organization that truly values its people.
If this role interests you, please complete our Application for Employment Form found at
Applications close at 5:00 pm on 3/6/2025.
For a confidential conversation regarding this role, contact Sue Stuart (Manager Client Services) at 0407 363 599 or Kristy Bolto (Recruitment Officer) at 08 8536 5876 .
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* Non-profit Organizations
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