SIL Team Leader | Expressions of InterestLead People. Create Stability. Deliver Exceptional Participant Outcomes.
At EddenRose Community Services, we believe Supported Independent Living is about more than providing support—it is about creating homes where people feel safe, respected, connected and empowered to live the life they choose.
Exceptional participant outcomes don't happen by chance. They are created by capable leaders who build strong teams, foster positive cultures and deliver consistent, high-quality support every day.
As we continue to expand our Supported Independent Living services across metropolitan Melbourne, we are seeking expressions of interest from experienced SIL Team Leaders and Senior Disability Support Workers who are ready to help shape the future of disability services.
If you lead with integrity, support others to succeed and believe every participant deserves exceptional care, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join EddenRose?
We know that great services begin with great people.
When you join EddenRose, you'll become part of a team that values learning, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
We invest in our people through:
- Structured induction and onboarding
- Ongoing mentoring and leadership support
- Professional development through the EddenRose Academy
- Clinical guidance and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Regular supervision and coaching
- Opportunities to contribute to service improvement
- Career progression as our Supported Independent Living services continue to grow
Our goal is simple: to create an environment where our people can grow professionally while helping participants achieve meaningful outcomes.
About This Opportunity
This is an Expressions of Interest campaign for future Supported Independent Living leadership opportunities.
As new SIL services commence, successful applicants may be offered casual or part-time employment based on participant needs, service commencement dates and operational requirements.
Work locations will vary across metropolitan Melbourne depending on participant locations and organisational requirements.
Your Role
As a SIL Team Leader, you will lead and support frontline Disability Support Workers while helping create safe, stable and person-centred environments for participants with complex support needs.
Working alongside Registered Nurses, allied health professionals, Support Coordinators and operational leaders, you will promote professional practice, mentor staff and contribute to positive participant outcomes.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Leading, mentoring and supporting Disability Support Workers.
- Promoting a positive, accountable and collaborative team culture.
- Implementing participant support plans and Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
- Monitoring participant wellbeing and responding appropriately to emerging risks.
- Completing accurate, objective and timely documentation.
- Supporting incident reporting, safeguarding and continuous improvement.
- Ensuring services align with the NDIS Practice Standards, organisational policies and relevant legislation.
- Building positive relationships with participants, families and stakeholders.
Who You Are
You'll thrive in this role if you:
- Lead by example.
- Remain calm under pressure.
- Build trust through consistency and professionalism.
- Coach and support others to succeed.
- Make sound decisions and communicate effectively.
- Value participant dignity, choice and independence.
- Take ownership of quality and compliance.
- Believe leadership is about serving both participants and your team.
What You'll BringEssential
- Experience as a SIL Team Leader, Senior Disability Support Worker or similar leadership role.
- Experience supporting participants with complex disability support needs.
- Experience implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
- Strong leadership, communication and documentation skills.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
- Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
- Current Australian Driver Licence.
- Reliable, registered and insured motor vehicle where travel forms part of the role.
- Willingness to travel across metropolitan Melbourne as reasonably required.
- Australian working rights.
Desirable
- Certificate IV in Disability, Individual Support or Community Services.
- Diploma or higher qualification in Community Services or a related discipline.
- Experience supporting participants requiring High Intensity Supports.
- Medication administration competency.
- Knowledge of restrictive practice requirements.
- Experience using electronic care management systems.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role means:
- Creating safe and well-managed support environments.
- Developing confident and capable support teams.
- Delivering consistent, person-centred supports.
- Maintaining high-quality documentation.
- Building positive relationships with participants, families and colleagues.
- Identifying and managing risks appropriately.
- Promoting participant independence, dignity and choice.
- Leading with professionalism, accountability and integrity.
Employment Information
- Casual and part-time opportunities available.
- Hours will vary according to participant needs and operational requirements.
- Classification and remuneration will be determined in accordance with the SCHADS Award based on qualifications, experience and the inherent requirements of the role, together with applicable superannuation and award entitlements.
Benefits
- Professional development through the EddenRose Academy
- Structured mentoring and leadership support
- Travel reimbursement for approved work-related travel
- Supportive leadership team
- Career progression opportunities as services grow
- Collaborative and values-driven workplace
Apply Now
If you're ready to help build the future of Supported Independent Living at EddenRose Community Services, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your current resume, relevant qualifications and a brief cover letter outlining your leadership experience and why you would like to join our team.
Applications will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the role, demonstrated experience, qualifications and organisational needs. Shortlisted applicants may be invited to participate in interviews, reference checks and applicable pre-employment screening.
EddenRose Community Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering a respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit, demonstrated capability, qualifications and the inherent requirements of the role.
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently hold a valid NDIS Worker Screening Check, or are you willing to obtain one before commencing employment?
- Do you hold a current First Aid and CPR Certificate, or are you willing to obtain one before commencing employment?
- Do you hold a current Australian Driver Licence?
- Are you willing and able to travel to participant locations across metropolitan Melbourne as reasonably required for the role?
Education:
Experience:
- leading or supervising Disability Support Workers?: 3 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
