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Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit community service provider that offers community support, mental health and disability services, aged and palliative care, and retirement living across Queensland. We have a long and proud history of supporting people in need and live by our values of Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment and Respect.
We strive to be a welcoming, caring and inclusive community that celebrates diversity and supports employees of all backgrounds and faiths. People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story. Join us and be part of a story you'll love to tell.
About the Role
The SDA Manager - Sinnamon Park (Wesleycare Jindalee & Sinnamon Village) will oversee the effective and efficient operations of these two specialist disability accommodation services. They will coach, mentor and supervise a team which may include Registered Nurses, Disability Support Workers, Therapy Assistant, Community Access Facilitator, Cook/Chef and Hospitality staff. They will also broker/liaise with Allied Health, Medical Practitioners and other services as required. The Manager is responsible for ensuring holistic, effective customer centred service delivered to (including clinical needs) prospective and existing residents.
About You
Essential:
1. A demonstrated background and experience in overseeing/managing service provision to people with a disability and/or people with complex medical support requirements. A background in supported accommodation delivery is particularly desirable. NDIS experience is highly regarded.
2. Tertiary qualifications in a related field.
3. Demonstrated capacity to work with a team environment to develop supports and/or support services around the needs of people with disabilities, particularly relating to their needs and wants.
4. Demonstrated knowledge and success in leading a group of multi-disciplinary staff to provide agreed support to residents.
5. Experience and knowledge in human resource activities, including but not limited to recruitment, supervision and mentoring of staff.
6. Experience and ability to work within financial parameters, including taking responsibility for the preparation and achievement of budgets and KPI / Benchmark reporting.
7. Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including strong networking and influencing skills with the ability to effectively lead and manage diverse internal and external stakeholder requirements.
8. Current Drivers Licence and willingness to drive in the course of duties.
9. Proof of Vaccination Status as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Policy throughout employment and prior to commencement.
10. NDIS Worker Screening Clearance held before commencing.
11. NDIS Worker Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety and You completed before starting.
12. Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ policy.
Why Join Us
Wesley Mission Queensland brings together people who want to make a difference in the lives of others. We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story. We offer our team members:
- Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace!
- Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay
- Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage
- Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel
- Flexible working hours and where applicable a hybrid working strategy
Wesley Mission Queensland offers new employees joining Residential Aged Care, Community Aged Care, Hopewell Hospice, Hummingbird House, NDIS Community Support and Specialist Disability Accommodation teams a bonus of $250 at commencement and $500 at 12 months. To find out if you are eligible, contact the Talent Acquisition Team at *******@wmq.org.au
WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Wesley Mission Queensland respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We acknowledge Elders both past and present, whose ongoing effort to protect and promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures will leave a lasting legacy for future Elders and leaders.
Please note: You will be asked for evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application process as required by Legislation, Health Directives and WMQ Policy.
