Social Support Groups – Team Lead Social Support Groups Permanent Full Time Annual Salary $90,093 About Us At Baptcare, we care. Our Mission and Vision are lived through our WE CARE Values: for our residents, customers, clients, partners, and supporters; with the very young through to the very old, the vulnerable, with families through all of life's stages and challenges. Baptcare is a Not for Profit, purpose driven organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. Focused on providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum. Our Values areWellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect and Effectiveness . About the role This role is based at our Southaven Day Centre, but there will also be a requirement to attend our Brindabilla and Westhaven sites.The Social Support Groups (SSG) Team Lead is responsible for leading and coordinating the social support group program, staffing, activities, quality, compliance, service delivery and facility management. Social Support Group programs are provided to Commonwealth Home Support Programme and Home Care Package customers and are aimed at reducing isolation, promoting socialisation, community participation and providing respite for carers. This role works collaboratively with key stakeholders in Baptcare and in the community to deliver high quality programs and services that offers a client focused centre-point of social activities based on individual needs and lifestyle preferences. This role will ensure that staffing is optimised, facilities and services are managed proactively ensuring compliance to food safety, CHSP Guidelines and Aged Care Quality and safety standards and WHS requirements. About you To be successful in this role, you will need the following:- Leisure and Lifestyle or Diversional Therapy qualification, or similar qualification in community or aged care- Additional Community or Aged Care qualification; Dementia qualification, or equivalent experience- Experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating leisure and activity programs- Managing high-functioning teams- Drivers licence and reliable vehicle For You Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You'll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders. Further, the successful candidate will receive: · A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing. · Access to confidential counselling and support services. · Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members. How to Apply Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. · Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. · The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check. If you require support with the application process, please contact Baptcare is committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role, and supporting diversity. We welcome applicants who may require adjustments. Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children and young people to feel safe and respected. #J-18808-Ljbffr