Team Leader Community Support Worker
Amana Living
Date: 4 days ago
City: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time
About The Role
As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in providing day to day leadership, mentoring, and operational support to our CSW’s. You will foster a supportive team culture while upholding Amana Living’s Vision, Mission, and Values.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced leader who is committed to providing exceptional care and fostering a strong team culture. We are looking for a people-focused leader who demonstrates empathy, accountability, and a passion for aged care.
To Be Successful, You Will Have
If you are a dedicated leader who values compassion, teamwork, and excellence in care, we would love for you to join our Amana Living family. Apply today and be a part of a team that truly makes a difference in people’s lives!
Why Choose Amana Living?
Amana Living is one of the largest Aged Care providers in Western Australia and has been responding to the needs of older people and those who care for them since 1962. We offer a broad range of services, including residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, home care, day care, respite, and dementia specific services. Together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life.
Our vision is a community where every older person is honoured and valued. Our mission is together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life. Our values are compassion, collaboration, curiosity, inclusion and trust.
Our Benefits
As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in providing day to day leadership, mentoring, and operational support to our CSW’s. You will foster a supportive team culture while upholding Amana Living’s Vision, Mission, and Values.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide mentoring, coaching, and guidance to Community support workers
- Lead by example, promoting best practices in client care
- Support new staff with onboarding, training, and development
- Foster strong relationships with staff, ensuring open and supportive communication
- Conduct performance evaluations and support staff development needs
- Facilitate regular team meetings to enhance teamwork and a sense of belonging
- Manage staff concerns and provide timely assistance
- Assist in managing leave requests and payroll-related activities
- Contribute to continuous improvement and participate in training sessions
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced leader who is committed to providing exceptional care and fostering a strong team culture. We are looking for a people-focused leader who demonstrates empathy, accountability, and a passion for aged care.
To Be Successful, You Will Have
- Experience as a Team Leader or Supervisor (Aged Care or Health Industry experience is desirable but not essential)
- Strong leadership and team management skills, including performance management
- Experience in facilitating meetings and training sessions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Teams
- Knowledge of Aged Care and Home Care Standards (desirable)
- A positive, proactive, and supportive leadership style
- National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months)
- Proof of influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations (as per Amana Living policy)
- Valid WA C Class Driver’s Licence
- Successful completion of pre-medical and reference checks
If you are a dedicated leader who values compassion, teamwork, and excellence in care, we would love for you to join our Amana Living family. Apply today and be a part of a team that truly makes a difference in people’s lives!
Why Choose Amana Living?
Amana Living is one of the largest Aged Care providers in Western Australia and has been responding to the needs of older people and those who care for them since 1962. We offer a broad range of services, including residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, home care, day care, respite, and dementia specific services. Together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life.
Our vision is a community where every older person is honoured and valued. Our mission is together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life. Our values are compassion, collaboration, curiosity, inclusion and trust.
Our Benefits
- Competitive rates
- Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550
- School holidays childcare assistance
- Be part of a caring and supportive team
- Make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients
- Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
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