SIL Team Leader

Job Summary:

Take the next step in your career as a SIL Team Leader, guiding a team of support workers in a Supported Independent Living home. In this leadership role, you will coordinate daily operations and ensure high-quality care for residents with disabilities. You’ll be responsible for mentoring staff, overseeing care plans, and maintaining a positive home environment aligned with NDIS standards. If you are a skilled support worker ready to lead, with great communication and organisational abilities, this role offers a chance to shape a thriving living space for our clients and advance your leadership journey in the disability sector.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of SIL support workers, including rostering, training, and providing on-shift guidance.
• Ensure each resident’s support plan is followed, and their personal goals and NDIS outcomes are being actively pursued.
• Oversee household management: monitor health and safety, handle incident reporting, and maintain documentation for compliance.
• Act as the point of contact for families, healthcare providers, and management regarding residents’ care and house operations.
• Foster a supportive team culture and a home environment that is respectful, empowering, and responsive to residents’ needs.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Disability Support Worker or similar role, preferably in a SIL or residential care setting.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and manage a team, plus strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Familiarity with NDIS Supported Independent Living requirements and the NDIS Practice Standards.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills, with attention to detail for compliance and reporting.
• Certificate IV in Disability, Community Services, or a related field; First Aid, NDIS Worker Screening Check, and possibly leadership training are advantageous.