ACCORD CARE is trusted in the provision of person-centered disability support services to NDIS participants. We provide Supported Independent Living, In-home care, Community Participation, Short-Term Accommodation, Community Nursing, and Allied Health Services.

About the role

We are looking for Team Leaders in our supported independent living arrangements across multiple locations in suburbs of Melbourne like Brunswick and Frankston to provide 24/7 support in the home and out in the community. 

Team leader's role and responsibilities will include:

• Lead and mentor the team of support workers
• Seek advice on complex issues where some liaison with Service Coordinators
• Prepare/submit appropriate documentation such as weekly report, incident report and data collection each week
• Maintain a professional relationship with clients and adhere to the NDIS and company code of conduct
• Ensure participants are appropriately supported to resolve issues
• Manage the safety of the team through Induction and Occupational Health and Safety
• Ensure the home environment is secure, clean, and well-presented and reports any hazards, damages, and maintenance issues to the appropriate person-in-charge
• Above all, be responsive, reliable and accountable to our clients and your team

Qualification/Experience:

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support/Aged Care or Higher (or the ability to acquire an appropriate qualification) 
• Background in Nursing is highly desirable
• Manual Handling
• Mental Health 
• Diabetes Management
• Challenging Behavior
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Verbal/Written Communication and Relationship Building Skills

What we offer:

Part-time/Casual positions
Competitive Pay Rates up to $44.39/hour
Weekend Rate: up to $79.90
11% super
5 weeks Annual Leave
Onsite Training
Opportunities for Career Progression

If you think this sounds like you, please apply! 

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Do you have a Certificate III in Individual Support?

Do you have a current Working with Children (WWC) Check?

Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?

Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

Have you completed a qualification in disability?