Role Highlights
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Help people with disability lead their best life
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Purposeful work that contributes to supporting people with disability to lead their best lives
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Support older South Australians with a disability to live with dignity, purpose, and fulfilment
Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.
About the Business
Our Disability and Specialised Services (DaSS) Division delivers essential support to South Australians through high-quality NDIS services, sector reform, inclusion-focused policy. We provide direct disability supports through Supported Independent Living, and specialised care through our Disability, Clinical and Quality Services, as well as Aged Care Projects. Our work is strengthened by Corporate and Engagement teams, ensuring strong governance, collaboration and positive outcomes for people we support.
Role Details
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and leading a team that delivers quality, person-centred support?
At the Department of Human Services (DHS), our Kadina Disability Accommodation Services team is a small, close-knit rural team where staff, clients and families build meaningful relationships and work together to achieve positive outcomes.
We are looking for a passionate and motivated Team Supervisor who leads by example, promotes active support and empowers people with disability to live independent, fulfilling lives through choice, dignity and community
participation.
As a Team Supervisor, you will:
• Champion active support, ensuring clients are actively involved in their daily lives, decisions and community activities.
• Provide hands-on leadership, coaching and guidance to Disability Services Officers, promoting teamwork, accountability and quality care.
• Support staff performance, manage workplace concerns and maintain a positive team culture.
• Coordinate staff rosters to ensure safe and consistent service delivery across Kadina sites.
• Ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards, DHS policies and relevant legislative requirements.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, families, staff and stakeholders.
We value a leader who is approachable, willing to roll up their sleeves and committed to supporting both clients and staff to achieve their best.
A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), or an equivalent relevant qualification, is required for this role.
If you believe great leadership starts with genuine care, teamwork and leading by example, we would love to hear from you.
For further information, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
First Aid Certificate
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is required
Full Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to SA Class C)
Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation
Completion of NDIS Supporting Effective Communication module
Completion of NDIS Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals module
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Contact Us
Enquiries to Tushar Adhvaryu
0457 767 326
Diversity And Inclusion
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the
full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people,
culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process,
please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to
our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or
neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages,
addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form.
For more information about applying, refer to our
Job Application Guide
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check,
which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the
South Australia Police
or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS,
including periodic assessment during your employment.