Team Leader

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, who are committed to serving people in need in our community and shaping a more just and compassionate society.

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• NFP salary packaging tax-free benefits increasing annual pay package up to $15k
• Lead a dedicated team supporting residents in a supported accommodation setting
• SCHCADS Award rates with opportunities for growth and development
• Ongoing training, development, and genuine career pathways 

Your Role

Your Responsibility

• Oversee daily operations of the accommodation service
• Lead, supervise and develop a high-performing team
• Coordinate room allocations, resident intake and inspections
• Manage shift coverage, handovers and rostering support
• Maintain a safe and secure environment, including regular site checks
• Ensure compliance with Work Health and Safety requirements
• Manage site resources, stock and ordering
• Liaise with external agencies regarding vacancies
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting
• Participate in the on-call roster

Shift Requirements

This role operates on a rotating shift cycle. Applicants must be available and willing to work all shifts as part of a structured 3-week rotation:

• Week 1: A Shift – 0600 to 1430
• Week 2: C Shift – 2200 to 0630
• Week 3: B Shift – 1400 to 2230

You Will Need

• Certificate IV in Community Services (or similar), or relevant experience
• Experience in a supervisory or team leadership role
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety practices
• Experience working with complex or diverse client groups
• Ability to respond effectively in high-pressure situations
• Sound administrative and computer skills

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

Any queries please email: careers.nsw@vinnies.org.au   

We Offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life. 

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.