Forensic Disability Team Leader

About usWe’ve been supporting people with a disability since 2007. Specialising in 24-hour disability programs for individuals with multiple and complex needs, we’re proud to be a trusted and registered service provider with the NDIA, TAC, DHHS and Worksafe.Our values are flexibility, honesty, reliability, and responsiveness.Benefits & cultureCareChoice is proud to be an EEO employer. We support an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity and welcome staff regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.As a CareChoice employee, benefits you’ll be able to take advantage of include:Flexibility and hybrid workA number of employee wellness platforms including EAP and Care4U, free flu shots and travel discountsDiscounts with major retailers such including Myer, Kmart and Big WMonthly Recognition & Reward for Employee of the MonthService Recognition ProgramFree ongoing training and developmentCareer development opportunitiesHow you’ll make an impactAre you a qualified disability support worker with current or previous experience dealing with forensic clients? Are you looking to upskill and for your next career development opportunity? We’re currently recruiting for a Forensic Disability Team Leader to join our forensic disability team located in Melbourne. As the newest member to our team reporting directly to our Disability Services Manager, you’ll be responsible for supervising, managing and motivating team members throughout the forensic disability programs on a daily basis, ensuring the team provides quality services and safeguards to our clients that promote opportunities for meaningful participation and active inclusion in society.A day in the life as a Forensic Disability Team Leader with CareChoice, may see you supporting your team with:Coaching, mentoring, guidance and support to identify risk increasing behavioursCoordination of supports to complex client programsMaintain and audit client records for compliance purposesCrisis management and incident report follow upAssess staff performance on an ongoing basisParticipate in on-call and recall duties as rosteredAbout youAs a positive role model with a ‘can do attitude’, you’ll have a high degree of initiative and strong desire to achieve outstanding results. Ideally, you’ll have:Previous experience supporting clients with complex needs in the communityRelevant qualifications in the disability and community servicesA genuine desire to ensure that clients receive exceptional serviceWillingness to work as part of a team and cultivate a strength-based approachKnowledge of restrictive practicesKnowledge and experience writing person-centred plansExcellent attention-to-detail and supervisory skillsValid driver’s licenceAble to provide evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination Status   Position Description AUD Australia - VIC Melbourne - All locations Bayside & South Eastern Suburbs Clayton South 3169