Senior Disability Support Worker / Team Leader - Ballarat

Senior Disability Support Worker / Team Leader – SIL Ballarat, VIC | Part Time | 6-Month Contract | Potential Extension

Ready to take the next step in your Disability Support career?

Nextt is looking for an experienced Senior Disability Support Worker / Team Leader to join our Ballarat team on a 6-month maternity leave contract, with the potential for the position to be extended.

Working within a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment, you'll play an important role in supporting participants to live fulfilling and independent lives, while also providing guidance and support to the wider team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on with participants but is also ready to take on additional responsibility and help others succeed.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support across daily living, personal care and community participation
• Encourage and empower participants to work towards their individual goals
• Lead by example and provide guidance, mentoring and support to other team members
• Help ensure support plans, behaviour support strategies and allied health recommendations are followed
• Assist with team communication, handovers and day-to-day coordination
• Complete relevant documentation, reporting and administrative tasks
• Help foster a positive, respectful and supportive team environment

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is confident, dependable and passionate about making a difference.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience in a senior Disability Support Worker, Team Leader or similar role
• Experience working within a SIL or complex support environment
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A genuine commitment to person-centred support
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Victorian Working with Children Check (Employee)
• Driver's Licence & Comprehensive Car Insurance

What You'll Earn 

SCHADS Award PPT B2.3 (before tax)

• Day Shift: $38.50 per hour
• Afternoon Shift: $43.31 per hour
• Active Night Shift: $44.28 per hour
• Saturday: $57.75 per hour
• Sunday: $77.00 per hour
• Public Holiday: $96.25 per hour

Why Nextt? At Nextt, we believe great support starts with great people. You'll have the opportunity to use your experience, develop your leadership skills and make a genuine difference to the people you support.

If you're ready to step into a senior role and be part of a team that values quality support, we'd love to hear from you.
Additional information

• Step into a leadership role while staying hands-on and making a real difference
• 6-month maternity leave contract with potential for extension
• Be more than a support worker - mentor, lead and inspire your team