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SalaryTeam Leader – Trainer & Support Workers
• Northern Suburbs - Morley
• 28-32 hours per week
• Tuesday-Friday 7am-2pm or 11:00am-7:00pm shifts
Are you interested in helping and supporting people with disability to have a good life?
We're a small boutique service provider, who is looking to engage a Team Leader/Trainer & Support Workers. The role will manage and oversee a small team that support a 30-year-old man to live his best life. This gentleman currently lives in his own home which he shares with his brother. Having ASD and being non-verbal means that he requires assistance and prompting for self -care, maintaining independence within his home, and accessing therapy and activities in the community. This support is currently provided by a small, dedicated team that work a range of shifts to provide 24-hour support. Being an active outdoorsy guy with a love of bike riding and barbecues at the park, he also enjoys a beer and a meal at the pub with friends and family. Clever and witty, he’s a puzzle genius and enjoys a variety of activities that stimulate his mind. When winding down, you’ll find him listening to a range of music on his iPad.
Team Leader Role
An excellent opportunity has now been created for an experienced Team Leader to head up the team of eight and establish exciting new ways to explore and expand what’s possible for this man’s future.
The role will encompass a mix of rostered shifts to provide in-home support for assistance and prompting with personal care, and independent skill building such as meal preparation, light housework, and laundry. You will also team up with a colleague to facilitate 2:1 support in the community.
In addition to your direct support, you’ll liaise with the Allied Health team and coordinate and roll out any activities and training directed by therapists. There will be time for planning, training development, and any administration associated with running the team.
You will also have an opportunity to apply your knowledge of applied behaviour analysis and work closely with the behaviour support therapist and the family in relation to improving quality of life, minimising frustration, and maximising positive experiences and outcomes.
We are also looking for Support Workers to fill shifts 7 days a week, varied hours including sleep shifts.
Hours
The induction period will include full support shifts to allow you to build a strong and trusting relationship with the gentleman and his team.
Shifts are Tuesday-Friday 7am to 2pm or 11:00am-7:00pm
These shifts include 2:1 support between 11am and 2pm
Requirements
• Experience working with people with ASD
• Exposure/experience with Applied Behaviour Analysis
• A good understanding of Behaviour Management and Support Plans
• At least 12 months experience as a Team Leader and Trainer (not required for Support Worker Role)
• First Aid and CPR
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Full Open Drivers License
About You
You’d be thrilled and excited about having the opportunity to explore and facilitate new experiences and activities that enrich this man’s life, while you draw upon your charismatic ability to extract the best from your team.
You’d consider yourself a skilled and experienced Team Leader with a calm and confident approach to the way you lead and support others. Your experience with ASD and background in Applied Behaviour Analysis will be instrumental in helping you to develop and deliver a dynamic level of relevant training to the team.
Being aware of the needs of others, you’ll navigate and pivot effortlessly between supporting this gentleman in his everyday life, liaising with the family, and leading the team to achieve great outcomes.
With a continuous focus to facilitate positive momentum towards the goals that are in place, you’ll be able to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to gain momentum at a pace that aligns with the gentleman at the centre of this role.
The Offer
This is a great opportunity for you to bring your experience and leadership skills to a role where you can focus on impacting one person’s life whilst maximising the team’s potential.
The role encompasses a variety of direct support, team training and administration, where your ideas and initiative will be rewarded with attractive hourly pay rates.
You’ll receive full induction and training that includes buddy shifts along with ongoing development and support.
To Apply
If this role excites and resonates with you, and you believe you have the personality and skills that match with this gentleman and his team, please send your resume and a cover letter that addresses the above requirements.
