Full Time Disability Support Home Lead - East MaitlandLocation: East Maitland (Within newly built SDA units)76 hours per fortnight, with a combination of support shifts and administration workHands on training, development and mentoring with an inclusive OrganisationManage a team of 5 - 15 support workers.Who are we?Songbird is a modern disability services provider offering a range of NDIS supports across Newcastle, Maitland, the Central Coast and the Hunter. We believe in safe, sustainable processes that have lasting, life-changing benefits. Our person-centered approach empowers individuals with a disability to lead their best lives by encouraging opportunities for involvement, choice and accomplishment at home and within society. That’s the Songbird promise.Supported Independent LivingAs a SIL provider, Songbird offers disability accommodation and daily life assistance so that participants can achieve as much independence as possible. We provide 24/7 supported living homes throughout the Hunter region, including Maitland, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Cessnock and beyond!Who are you?Reliable – can YOUR team depend on you to show up?Energetic with a can-do attitude (must)?A team player whilst also being a leader?A problem solver? No mountain is too big; you always find new ways to do things!A good communicator (with a sense of humour)?Looking for a career change where you can make a difference in our community?Do you have?A Certificate III or higher in Disability, Individual Support or Aged Care, or be enrolled in your second year of study towards your higher qualification in a relevant field (required)A minimum 2 years’ experience within the Health, Care and/or Disability industry (required) (behaviours and mental health experience preferred)A Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (required)NDIS Worker Screen Check (required)Demonstrated leadership capability:Effective communication and negotiation skillsTeam-focused approachGood problem solving skills and attention to detailExperience working with participants that have both behavioural and medical needsWhy work for us?Invest in YOUR career and always look for new opportunities for you within our organisationPride ourselves in our small worker to participant ratiosProvide opportunities to meaningfully engage with participants to promote their independencePromote an engaging and supportive workplaceFocus on skills training and leadership development courses.
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