Wellways is committed to reconciliation lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria wed love to hear from you.

• Join us in supporting individuals groups and communities impacted by disability or mental health
• 2 x Part time roles available in either Toowoomba or Hervey Bay (3 days per week)
• $44.58/h Salary Packaging up to $.5% Leave loading

About the CDS Program

Join a values-driven organisation supporting people to live meaningful independent and connected lives in their communities. As the CDS Team Leader you will provide operational leadership to a dedicated team delivering high-quality person-centred supports across NDIS and community care programs.

This is a hands-on leadership role you will work closely with participants families support workers and key stakeholders to ensure safe responsive and empowering services are delivered every day.

About the opportunity
As the CDS Team Leader you will be responsible for day-to-day operational support to the team. You will represent Wellways values and practice through leading the team by example always acting as a positive role model to ensure participants are supported to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in the community.

n this role you will:

• Lead mentor and support CDS Support Workers
• Coordinate rosters
• Develop Service Agreements and Schedules of Support
• Support participant plan reviews and service delivery
• Recruit onboard and supervise staff
• Work collaboratively with families health professionals and the NDIA
• Assist with complex support needs and behavioural support practices

You will also need:

• Minimum of Certificate III in Community Services or related and/or relevant experience such as Senior Support Worker
• Evidence of working rights within Australia such as a passport or birth certificate
• A current valid Drivers License and an insured and registered vehicle
• Satisfactory Police Records Check
• Blue Card and Yellow Card/NDIS Workers Screening Check (Current or must obtain prior to employment)
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate free online certificate

Working with a diverse range of people Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.

What we offer

• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive everyone is respected and differences are valued
• An equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment
• Salary packaging up to $15899enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent mortgage repayments car leasing
• Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2650 per annum
• Receive 17.5% leave loadingevery time you take annual leave
• Paid Parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Paid Cultural leave
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

For a confidential discussion about the role we encourage you to contact Shan Beasley on

Please ensure you submit your updated Resume along with a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience.

To view the full Position Description click APPLY!

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.

Job Description Summary

Culture

Were passionate about ourwork whichis enjoyable challenging and rewarding.All ofourteamswork toensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments diagnosis or labels.We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ and First Nations communities.

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