Community Life and Leisure Team Leader (Shoalhaven)

Greenacres Disability Services

Nowra, Wollongong, Illawarra and South Coast NSW

Aged and Disability Support (Community Services and Development)

Full time

38.65 to 41.45 per hr + Salary Packaging + Super

Staff Supervision

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Drivers Licence

About Us

At Greenacres, we've been supporting people with disability to live fulfilling and meaningful lives for over 70 years. Supporting more than 500 participants each week, we are one of the Illawarra and Shoalhaven's largest and most trusted disability service providers.

We are committed to creating opportunities for people with disability to achieve their goals, build independence and actively participate in their communities. Our reputation is built on quality services, innovation, flexibility and a genuine commitment to person-centred support.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Community Life and Leisure Team Leader to join our Shoalhaven team in a full-time position.

This is an opportunity to lead a team that delivers meaningful supports and experiences for people with disability, helping participants develop skills, build confidence, form connections and achieve their goals.

As Team Leader, you will provide day-to-day leadership and support to Disability Support Workers, coordinate service delivery, maintain quality and compliance standards, and work closely with participants, families and stakeholders to ensure positive outcomes.

For the right candidate, this role also offers opportunities to undertake higher duties and act in the Area Coordinator role, providing valuable leadership experience and career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach and support Disability Support Workers to deliver high-quality, person-centred supports.

Foster a positive team culture aligned with Greenacres' values.

Coordinate daily operations, staffing and participant supports.

Monitor service quality and ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards.

Support staff development through mentoring, training and performance feedback.

Build positive relationships with participants, families, advocates and community partners.

Promote participant choice, independence, inclusion and wellbeing.

Ensure accurate documentation, reporting and record keeping.

Maintain safe work practices and support a positive safety culture.

About You

You are a capable leader who enjoys supporting others to succeed and is passionate about helping people with disability live their best lives.

To be successful, you will have:

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or a related qualification, or equivalent experience.

Experience supporting people with disability in community-based settings.

Demonstrated leadership, mentoring or supervisory experience.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Sound understanding of person-centred practice and the NDIS environment.

Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

Current First Aid Certificate.

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Current Driver Licence.

Why Join Greenacres?

SCHADS Award Level 3 + 0.30 per hour above the award rate.

First Aid Allowance.

12% superannuation.

Salary packaging up to 15,900 per year.

Higher duties opportunities acting as Area Coordinator.

Career development and leadership pathways.

Employee Assistance Program.

Free annual flu vaccinations.

Years of Service recognition program.

Supportive, values-driven workplace culture.

How to Apply

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your leadership career while making a genuine difference in the lives of people with disability, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Previous applicants need not reapply.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date.

We assess applications as they are received and will contact shortlisted applicants for interview.

The operations and services provided by Greenacres is governed and assessed against the NDIS, 'National Disability Insurance Scheme' Guidelines and Practice Standards. You must clearly understand, adhere and deliver quality services aligned to the NDIS Practice Standards and NDIS Code of Conduct.

Greenacres is an EEO Employer, and we encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

For further information, contact People and Culture on 0242226200