SUPPORTED EMPLOY EE LEAD – THORNLEIGH A great opportunity to develop and run a supported employment service Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging options available for all staff (up to $15,900/pa) Position starting from July 2025 WHO WE ARE: Unisson Disability is a dynamic, values driven organisation that has been supporting people with a disability since 1924. We are passionate and committed to creating possibilities for the people we support to live, grow, and develop their own best life, while having fun and being part of a great working environment. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: We are looking for a Supported Employment Lead to provide day-to-day management of our Ground Works business . The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring processes are in line with NDIS standards and Unisson’s policies and procedures. The key responsibilities of the position include: Ensure the work environment is safe by conducting regular workplace safety inspections, developing and reviewing of Safe Work Procedures for all jobs Lead and develop the team by holding regular team meetings that include the Supported Employees and providing feedback on job performance . Effectively manage staffing levels and ratios ensuring that employees are working contracted hours consistently and balancing planned leave requests. Support and develop Employment Facilitators to ensure they are capable of developing strategies to overcome vocational and non-vocational barriers to maintaining employment for Supported Employees, while ensuring the delivery of commercial work meets the external stakeholders’ standards. Manage the operations of business unit, including procurement, contract negotiations, invoicing and coordinate external wage assessments for Supported Employees OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE: A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in the disability sector Experience in understanding and dealing with business situations Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written Emotional intelligence, patience, resilience, and capacity to perform the work Demonstrate leadership skills TO APPLY: Please attach a cover letter and an updated resume. Unisson Disability is a person-centred organisation. We believe that every person has a story. This applies not only to the people we support, but also to our approach to the people we employ. With a continuous focus on team building, leadership coaching and ongoing training, we seek to create a working environment that's unified with our core purpose: promoting everyone's ability to live a great life. Our promise to our team members is that we will help you develop your personal strengths and grow in your role. Unisson Disability is an equal opportunity employer and provides a smoke free environment. Employees are required to hold an NSW Driver's License (P2/Full), a First Aid Certificate (or be willing to apply for one), and a current Working with Children's Check (if ). As we work with vulnerable people, the successful candidate will also be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check .
