• Make a difference working for a NFP in the Disability Sector
• Help make Achieve Australia's Day Program the people's choice
• Work with a dedicated and client focused team

Company Overview

At Achieve Australia we are a not for profit organisation that has been providing expert quality disability services across Sydney and the Northern Rivers region. We are focused on providing support and services for people with a disability with integrity, commitment and passion to achieve a life that is meaningful and valued. Our people, their strengths, talent and energy are our most important asset.

My Life offers a high quality, client focused day program that empowers and enables people living with disabilities to maximise opportunities for attainment of their personal goals and lifestyles.

We have been doing this for 65 years and are still innovating in disability accommodation and support today. We are currently seeking a Team Leader to join our team in Epping to help us, and our clients, achieve their dreams.

Job Purpose

As a Team Leader you will responsible for leading a small team of Social Educators to assist our clients in community living. You will provide day-to-day coordination of onsite and community-based activities, along with case management to ensure our client's needs and goals are met. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of people we support.

Essential Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role you will be required to address the following selection criteria:

• Minimum Cert III Individual Support or Disability with 3 years' experience within the disability sector.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Experience in leading and mentoring a team within a day program or accommodation services.
• Experience in developing person-centred active support practices.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to all legislative requirements effecting disability services.
• Experience in working with individuals who have challenging behaviours and/or complex needs.
• Sound interpersonal and communication (written & oral) skills; administrative and organisational skills and computer skills.
• Current Working with Children Check and NSW Driver's Licence (Green P2 or Full).

What We Offer

• Salary packaging benefits exclusive for Not for Profit
• Rewarding place to work
• Be part of a dedicated team providing a great service to the community

If you want to make a difference in people's lives and this sounds like you, APPLY NOW!

Achieve Australia is committed to implementing safer recruitment practices. This means we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support and we expect staff to share this commitment. As a result your application may be subject to a number of pre-employment checks; including a criminal history. Please note criminal history does not immediately effect employment opportunities. Applications will be assessed on merit.