Team Leader

About Us

At Greenacres, we’ve been empowering people with disability to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives for over 70 years. With over 500 participants supported each week, we’re one of the Illawarra’s largest and most trusted disability service providers, recognised for innovation, flexibility and a deep commitment to inclusion. Our success is built on innovation, flexibility and a strong commitment to inclusion.

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Community Life and Leisure Team Leader to join our Shoalhaven team. This role provides day-to-day guidance and support to Disability Support Workers ensuring high-quality and person-centred services that enhance the independence, inclusion and wellbeing of participants.

As Team Leader, you’ll oversee the delivery of NDIS supports, coordinate daily operations, maintain compliance with NDIS Practice Standards, and build strong connections with families, carers, and local community networks.

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead and support your team to deliver engaging, person-centred programs aligned with participant goals and NDIS plans.

• Model and promote Greenacres’ values, fostering a positive and inclusive culture.

• Oversee daily scheduling, attendance and documentation in Greenacres systems.

• Support the Area Coordinator with staff coaching, on-the-job training and performance feedback.

• Build strong, respectful relationships with participants, families and other service providers.

• Promote participant wellbeing, dignity and independence through meaningful leisure, recreation and life skills activities.

• Ensure compliance with Greenacres’ policies, the NDIS Practice Standards, and Work Health & Safety procedures.

About You

You are a confident and compassionate leader who thrives in a people-focused environment. You bring strong interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of person-centred practice and the ability to coach and guide others to deliver quality outcomes.

You Will Have:

• Certificate III (or higher) in Individual Support – Disability, or equivalent experience/qualification.

• Demonstrated experience supporting people with disability in community or leisure settings.

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to guide, coach and motivate others.

• Sound knowledge of NDIS Practice Standards and person-centred approaches.

• Current First Aid, Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, and Driver’s Licence.
  

Benefits:

• Paid under the SCHADS Award – Level 3 PLUS First Aid Allowance $0.51 per hour. 

• Superannuation of 11%.

• We provide ongoing career opportunities whilst working within a high-performing team.

• Increase your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15900.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

• A culture of diversity and respect.

• Free flu vaccinations.

• Years of Service Awards.

How to Apply

If you’re a passionate leader who thrives on empowering others and delivering quality supports, apply now to join the Greenacres team in the Shoalhaven.

For any questions, contact People & Culture on 02 4222 6200.

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.