Supported Independent Living (SIL) Practice Leader
Blacktown, Current South Wales ****, Australia
Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior
Posted 06 Oct ****
Description
Lead.
Inspire.
Make Real Impact.
Are you an experienced disability leader ready to step into a role where you truly make a difference?
Australian Mentoring Services (AMS) is growing in
Western Sydney
, and we're looking for a confident, capable
SIL Practice Leader
with strong experience supporting participants with
complex Autism (ASD) and psychosocial disability
.
This is not a desk-only leadership role.
This is hands-on, purpose-driven leadership where your expertise shapes lives.
Why This Role Stands Out
Lead complex, meaningful work that changes lives
Build and mentor high-performing SIL teams
Join a values-led organisation that genuinely supports its leaders
The Opportunity
You will oversee the day-to-day operations of our Supported Independent Living homes, ensuring safe, consistent, and high-quality support for participants with complex behavioural and psychosocial presentations.
You'll:
Lead and develop mentors across multiple homes
Implement and review behaviour support strategies
Drive compliance with NDIS Practice Standards
Work closely with families, clinicians, and stakeholders
Champion a strong, accountable, positive team culture
What You Bring
3+ years' experience in SIL or complex NDIS settings




Solid background supporting complex ASD & psychosocial disability
Leadership experience supervising and developing teams
Solid knowledge of behaviour support frameworks
Cert IV or higher in Disability, Mental Health or Community Services
Driver's licence and ability to travel locally
Why AMS?
At AMS, we don't just provide support — we build environments where people feel safe, connected, and empowered to live a life worth living.
You'll be supported, challenged, and given room to lead properly.
Company Overview
Beyond Independence AMS provides a unique, fully tailored service for participants seeking to rebuild their lives and reintegrate into the community with new skills.
We focus on: Young people leaving care who need ongoing support due to intellectual disability or complex needs.
Individuals reintegrating after prison, juvenile justice, or mental health facilities.
People with intellectual disabilities and complex needs, including mental health challenges, behaviours of concern, substance abuse, and trauma histories.
Our mentoring ensures participants can: Learn new skills Build prosocial relationships Contribute to their community Improve overall well-being Make safe, independent choices We provide non-judgmental, personalised support across Sydney and Wollongong, with plans to expand into rural communities.
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