Team Leader - Mt Colah

SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING TEAM LEADER – MT COLAH

• Competitive Salary + Super + NFP Tax Benefits

• Be responsible for the leadership and management of two SIL sites

• Great opportunity to join a growing organisation dedicated to training and development 

About Us – Unisson Disability

At Unisson, we believe disability doesn’t define anyone. With over 100 years of experience, we’ve supported people with disability to live fulfilling, independent lives. Our name pays tribute to our beginnings – with the double “S” symbolising our original name, Sunshine, and the vision of our founder, Dr. Lorna Hodgkinson.

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate Team Leader to manage a Supported Independent Living (SIL) services in Mount Colah You’ll lead a team of dedicated direct support professionals, ensuring high quality person-centred care that empowers clients to thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coaching and mentoring staff to enhance performance and engagement.
• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of SIL sites.

• Ensuring homes are safe, welcoming, and compliant.
• Coordinating support and liaising with key stakeholders including families, support coordinators, local hospital and allied health

• Ensuring documentation is accurate and aligned with policy and system requirements.

• Participating in behaviour support planning and restrictive practices where required

• Coordinating rosters, leave and recruitment with HR and Scheduling teams.

Who We’re Looking For

• 2-3 years leadership experience in the disability sector

• Willingness to participate in flexible working hours including on call, evenings, weekends and public holidays

• Energetic, compassionate, and emotionally resilient

• Excellent organisational, communication and coaching skills

• Hold a valid NSW Driver’s Licence (P2/full) and are confident driving Unisson vehicles.

• Qualified with Cert III/IV in Disability (desirable)

Why Join Us?

• Generous salary packaging to boost your take-home pay.

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Wellbeing leave + option to cash out annual leave

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

• Flexible work options and individualised training

• Free flu vaccinations, WHEREFIT membership and milestone celebrations

How to Apply

Click the link to apply with your resume and a short cover letter.

If you have any questions, reach out to our HR team at peoplehelp@unisson.org.au.