A Unique Leadership Role in Disability Support

This is not your average disability support job. It’s a rare opportunity to combine hands-on support with leadership and coordination — helping one man live a thriving, meaningful life in his own home and community.

We’re seeking a Practice Lead – Disability & Community Support to join a self-managed “Service for One” support team.

About the Role

This long term commitment casual role (approx. 24 hours per week) combines:

• Direct support – 1 weekly shift (8 hrs) providing person-centered support.

• Leadership & coordination – 16 hrs per week working alongside the Director of JDC Support guiding staff and ensuring life runs smoothly.

• Administration

You will support a 33-year-old man who lives independently in his own home, enjoys music, walking, cooking, gardening, and running a microbusiness. He is autistic, has an intellectual disability, and epilepsy — so knowledge in these areas is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead with purpose – mentor and support a small team, building their skills in communication, relationships, community connections,and well being.

• Coordinate supports – liaise with therapists, community organizations, and family to ensure plans and strategies are implemented.

• Hands-on connection – build a trusted relationship through direct support, community activities, and everyday routines. This enables you to understand our operation, get to know our client, get to know your staff.

• Grow opportunities – help expand his microbusiness, deepen community connections, and create new opportunities.

• Partner with leadership – work directly with the Director on operational tasks, team meetings, recruitment, and administration.

• Multi Disciplinary Team - Work alongside our multi disciplinary team so you understand our NDIS goals and how the Team implement these and data collect

Why Join Us?

• Impact you can see – your leadership directly shapes one person’s daily life and independence.

• Above award pay – $50hr plus 12% super (SCHADS Level 4.2 Homecare).

• Part of something unique – small, values-driven team where your voice is heard.

• Professional growth – paid induction, ongoing tailored support, and leadership development.

• Work-life balance – on going long term casual role with potential for flexible arrangements once established.

Who We’re Looking For

Essential:.

• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

• Leadership or mentoring experience.

• Flexible, problem-solving approach.

• Strong Administration and co ordination abilities - very well organized

• Administration and Compliance

  • Regulatory Compliance: Monitoring and interpreting legislation, regulations, and agreements to ensure compliance, particularly regarding the NDIS and work health and safety (WHS)

  • Ability to assist us to register for NDIS Provider (under way)

  • Must have full understanding of Policies and Procedures and implementation of such with the Team

Desirable:

• Positive Behaviour Support knowledge.

• Community engagement experience.

• Understanding of NDIS processes and documentation.

Practical requirements:

• Driver’s licence, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid & CPR.

• Epilepsy management experience (or willingness to learn).

• Understanding of mental health and complex individuals

• This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to be part of a small team making a big difference.

How to Apply

Please send:

1. A short cover letter (max 1 page) telling us why this role interests you and how you meet the criteria.

2. Your current CV.

Email to:**********@jdcsupport.com.au