Disability Support Leader.
Permanent Full Time - Ballina
Job no:
******
Employment type:
Full Time
Location:
Lismore & Far North Coast
Categories:
Disability
Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose, not for profit organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia.
We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people, and people with mental illness.
We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers.
Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years.
This is an exciting prospect to join our team and continue this mission.
Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life.
If you're passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.
We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants.
We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.
About the role
Provide personalised coaching and mentoring to a team of Disability Support Workers, focusing on skill development and best practices, while overseeing the operations of 2 Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes.
The role involves an on-call component once every 6 weeks as well as occasional travel.
Key Responsibilities




Lead and coordinate high-volume 24/7 service operations for 2 SIL properties – Ballina & Lismore
Guide and inspire a team of Disability Support Workers with a collaborative approach
Maintain clear role distinctions and provide decisive leadership
Continuity of support services through management of unexpected leave coverage
Foster a culture of resilience and adaptability
Encourage staff competency in active support and complex client care
Effectively manage crisis situations and complex behavioural incidents
Act as a key liaison with families, navigating complex care dynamics
National collaboration to maintain service alignment
Balance competing demands, ensuring completion of mandatory reporting, compliance, risk management, and resource optimisation
Skills & Experience
Previous leadership experience within the delivery of services to people with disability and/or mental health
Established influencing and negotiation skills
Ability to think creatively and problem solve
Diploma in relevant Social & Community Services or relevant experience
Current unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check and Working with Children Check (where relevant to the role).
Hourly rate of $***** as per Level 4 SCHADS award
Access to employee assistance programs (EAP) and Fitness Passport for personal wellbeing
Enjoy salary packaging on everyday living expenses (including mortgage, rent and bills)
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