General/House Manager - New Respite STA/SIL

Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insights Join Our Team and Help Establish Geelong’s Premium Disability Service We are excited to announce the opening of our new Respite and Supported Independent Living (SIL) house in Geelong, with the ambition to become the region’s premium disability provider. Our mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities by fostering independence, building self-care skills, and creating brighter futures. About the Role: We are seeking a passionate and driven General/House Manager to take the lead in setting up and managing our brand-new Geelong facility. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing a centre of excellence for disability care. You will oversee daily operations, ensure the highest standards of service delivery, and foster a supportive and welcoming environment for both clients and staff. What You’ll Achieve: Lead the successful setup and operation of Geelong’s newest Respite and SIL house. Establish and maintain premium standards in disability support services. Empower clients by promoting independence and engaging them in meaningful activities. Build and mentor a motivated team dedicated to delivering exceptional care. Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director(s), you will: Manage, mentor, and guide a small team in delivering individualized support and related activities. Seek new clients and engage with key stakeholders to ensure consistent new lead opportunities. Oversee client and staff management for 24/7 services in collaboration with others. Direct and equip Support Workers to engage clients effectively in everyday activities. Contribute to the governance of RSA by recommending improvements to systems, processes, policies, and procedures. Monitor service delivery quality and ensure compliance with relevant standards. Prepare plans, reports, business cases, and evaluations as required. Liaise with service providers, the NDIS, regulatory agencies, and partners, including managing Restrictive Practice Reporting. Support Direct Support staff in delivering high-quality services and promote a positive work culture. Be available for on-call responsibilities when required. About You: You are a passionate leader with a genuine drive to build capability within your team and provide outstanding disability services. You: Are a natural influencer, modelling professional conduct and commitment to quality service delivery. Thrive in a high-performing team environment and take ownership and accountability for outcomes. Possess excellent communication skills, with a high level of literacy and active listening. Are self-motivated, well-organized, and resourceful. Exhibit integrity, passion, and reliability. Hold a Diploma or higher qualification in disability, community services, or a related field. Have strong knowledge of standards and requirements in the disability and community sectors. Demonstrate the ability to build trust with clients, families, carers, and partners. Are flexible and available for weekend, after-hours, or on-call work as required. Why Join our Services? Be part of an organization dedicated to being Geelong’s Premium Disability Provider. Lead a new and exciting project that will make a lasting impact in the community. Work in a supportive environment that values your expertise and commitment. If you are ready to take on a leadership role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! * All applicants are required to undertake a NDIS Worker Screening Check. If you have exceptional skills in the above areas and are looking for a new and exciting challenge, please click the 'Apply' tab below to submit your resume. To confidentially discuss this role further, please feel free to call Jason on 0497 478 585. Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a House Manager? How many years of people management experience do you have? Have you completed a qualification in disability? #J-18808-Ljbffr