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We are one of the largest and progressive not-for-profit regional community services providers in South Australia. Established over 100 years ago, we are headquartered in Port Pirie with over 340 talented, qualified employees and over 170 dedicated volunteers.
Our positive, hands-on involvement in regional communities is rewarding and enriching, both for staff and for the people we work with.
Every day we celebrate diversity, thrive on inclusion and demand equity. We provide a collaborative, supportive and flexible working environment while constantly advocating for change to make things even better!
About You
We are always on the lookout for people who share our values and passion to join our team. We can offer you the chance to thrive in a career that makes a difference in people's lives.
If you are kind, compassionate, believe in a society that is fair and justice for all the community, then we want you!
Why Join Us
You will have:
- Flexible working arrangements and salary packaging benefits.
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members.
- A seat at the table where grassroots changes/improvements are made to tackle social justice issues.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing initiatives.
- A career pathway with a comprehensive induction, as well as continuous training.
- Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
We recognise that diversity in our workforce enables us to better support our clients' aspirations and goals. So, if you are a person living with a disability, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, part of the LGBTIQA+ community, from a culturally diverse group, have lived experience or are unique in any other way, we would love to hear from you.
We are proud to be a White Ribbon Accredited Workplace and a member of Pride in Diversity, and in 2021 we were ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in Australia.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.
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Uniting Country SA - Caring for Country People
ucsa.org.au
Position Location: Whyalla
Position Status: Part Time FTE 0.70
Closing Date for Applications: 7th April 2024
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an approach to supporting people with disabilities by giving individuals / participants better choice and control over their funding and supports required to assist them to reach their goals.
This program supports participants who are a part of the NDIS to achieve the goals identified in their individual plans.
The Team Leader will ensure their staff achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their customers, program outcomes will be delivered on time, within budget and within the specified funding agreement.
Please view the Position Description for further information on the duties and responsibilities of the role.
You will:
- Have demonstrated experience in program budgeting and resource planning, monitoring and reporting.
- Have a high level of interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ensure all supports purchased by participants through NDIS support coordination and community access are provided professionally and within budget.
- Ensure regular staff supervision is conducted and debriefing carried out as necessary.
- Coordinate the ongoing recruitment of casual support workers.
It is essential for you to have:
- Current Australian Drivers Licence.
- Hold a current Working with Children Check.
- Have a current NDIS Worker Check.
- Certificate IV (or above) in a Human Services or Management related discipline.
- Relevant experience leading a team.
A Diploma (or above) in a Human Services or Management related discipline is highly desirable.
You may also need to be available for some out of hours work and travel between Uniting Country SA sites or interstate as required.
Our process requires you to provide a Resume, Cover Letter and a statement addressing the Duties and Responsibilities contained within the Position Description. You will need to put this information in three (3) separate documents and upload each document.
Refer to the Uniting Country SA Guide to Applying for more information.
All offers of employment are subject to the screening and assessment requirements of the Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 and any other legislation that interacts with it.
Please contact Chris McDougall on 0427 659 *** for any questions concerning this position.
Please contact Donna Slade, Team Leader - People and Culture on 0419 222 *** for enquiries regarding the application process.
