Team Leader

About the Company At Brackenridge, we are dedicated to providing mana-enhancing support throughout the Canterbury region. As a registered charity, we offer accommodation and daily living support to children, young people, and adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, and complex support needs. We actively advocate for the rights and well-being of those we support, along with their families and whānau. Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve their personal goals, whether that involves developing tailored communication strategies, enhancing life skills, engaging in community activities, or securing employment. We walk alongside our clients and their families, enabling them to define and pursue their own visions of a good life. Our approach is centered on tailoring support to meet the aspirations of each individual. Rather than being a final destination, Brackenridge is committed to journeying alongside our clients for as long as they and their families find it beneficial. We utilize evidence-based, outcome-focused methodologies to ensure that our practices effectively support individuals in living the lives they choose. We believe that strong relationships flourish when individuals' rights, strengths, abilities, and beliefs are acknowledged and upheld. Our Values Person Centred - We prioritize the individual, providing services and support that recognize the uniqueness of each person. Passion and Commitment - We foster a high-performance culture and encourage a deep passion for the work we do. Partnership - We collaborate effectively with families and value each person's contributions. Pride in What We Do - We maintain a culture of continuous improvement and take pride in being part of the Brackenridge team. About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Team Leader to join our dedicated team. This role involves providing leadership and support to families and caregivers accessing services for their family members with intellectual and/or physical disabilities and/or autism. This rewarding position encompasses direct active support for clients, in addition to various administrative and supervisory responsibilities. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Team Leader ensures that our support services meet the highest standards of care and effectively address the needs and interests of each individual. In this role, you will lead by example, providing active support to both clients and staff. You will be responsible for coaching team members, leading best practices, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, and managing a range of administrative tasks. Key responsibilities include: - Collaborating with families to design services that foster self-confidence and independence while encouraging community participation. - Exemplifying a commitment to the vision and values of Brackenridge. - Supervising and supporting a team of Community Support Workers. - Cultivating a positive and learning-oriented culture while playing a key role in orienting and inducting new staff. Benefits - Team Leader Allowance - Ongoing training and development opportunities - A professional and growing organization - A positive workplace culture What You Will Need - A full, clean, and current New Zealand driver’s license. - Flexibility to work a 24/7 rotating roster. - Completion of Level 3 Health and Wellbeing qualification. - A minimum of two years of experience in disability support work with adults who have physical disabilities. - A commitment to engaging with and completing organizational training requirements. - Awareness of the Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its significance in supporting Māori in Aotearoa/New Zealand. - Eligibility to work in New Zealand. - All employees at Brackenridge are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. All new applicants must undergo background checks as per the requirements of the Children's Act 2014. If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the 'apply' button at the top of the page or visit our website at www.brackenridge.org.nz.