Disability Support Team Lead | Kaitaataki | Whangārei
Core
Lead and manage a team of support workers in a residential home to provide culturally grounded disability support, ensuring individuals live with dignity, independence, and connection.
Role type
Team Lead (Kaitaataki) in physical/clinical work
Builds
Residential support environments for people with intellectual and physical impairments
Domain
Disability support / Kaupapa Māori
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Team leadership and coaching, Disability support experience, Roster coordination, Medication management compliance, Problem-solving, NZ driver's licence
Preferred skills
Experience in mental health, aged care, or health sectors, Knowledge of kaupapa Māori values
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Uphold tikanga Māori values in daily operations, Coordinate health care and support plans, Coach and develop support workers, Oversee daily operations including safety and maintenance, Manage medication administration, Engage families and community partners
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC