About Northcott

Northcott is one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit disability services organisations that works with customers to realise their potential. At Northcott we pride ourselves in building an inclusive society where our customers can live their lives independently, as they choose.  Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: www.northcott.com.au

About The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational function of Housing and Supported Independent Living or Respite Program/s, ensuring customers are provided with high quality support consistent with the principles and application of the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework. This role has a strong emphasis on providing practice leadership to staff, fostering open communication and a strong organisational culture.

About the Role:

• Successfully lead, manage and support a team of staff working in residential settings.
• Assist in the management of vacancies and customer transition
• Provide input into the budget planning process and ongoing monitoring of income and expenditure.
• Work closely with NDIA and other personnel, as identified
• Ensure compliance with all legislative and regulatory standards and requirements

This is a "house lead" role so please read the the Position Description attached, to familiarise yourself with the full description of duties.

About the person:

• Proven ability to successfully lead, manage and support a team of staff working in residential settings.
• Passion, skills and experience in working with adults with disability
• A genuine understanding of a customer-centred approach and experience driving a culture promoting this.
• In-depth knowledge of the disability sector including NDIS funding, SIL quotes, and the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework.
• Experience in budget preparation and monitoring of financial systems
• Computer literacy, in particular proficiency with Microsoft programs.
• A current Class C driver’s licence.

About Northcott Benefits and Culture:

• We offer a career with meaning; we are looking for passionate individuals who want to use their knowledge and expertise to assist building a genuinely inclusive society
• Work for a renowned NFP Disability Services Organisation (85 years+)
• Be a part of a fantastic management team with exceptional culture
• Join a genuinely family friendly workplace culture; support is provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively
• Perks include: Salary packaging (15k tax benefits), additional leave entitlements, free flu shots, EAP, discounted gym memberships and much more

We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes or applications.
Northcott is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited agency resumes or applications.