Care Coordinator

Ability To Achieve (ATA) is a service provider in Darwin with a dedication, passion, and positive approach, that supports vulnerable youth and individuals living with different abilities. We endeavour to empower all our participants as we see the potential to fulfil their goals and improve their quality of life.

We believe everyone has the Ability To Achieve the life they want with the right support in place.  

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•  Contribute to the development, implementation of BSP, monitoring and review of care plans to meet participant’s NDIS goals and to promote quality of life. 
• Liaising with NDIS support Coordinators and maintaining good relationships with stakeholders
•  Preparing fortnightly or monthly reports related to the progress of the participant’s needs. 
• Ensuring that the staff deliver high-quality and personalized care to participants.
•  Ensuring health and safety compliance for participants and staff
•  Ensuring that all activities such as personal care and medication administration meet the required standards.
• Participating in Monthly On-call roster and support staff after hours

Qualifications and Certifications:

•   A Tertiary qualification in Community Services, Mental Health, Disability, or other related Allied Health discipline.
• Current First Aid certificate
•  A current full NT Driver’s License and a reliable motor vehicle
•  A current NT Ochre Card
• An NT Police Check
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module 

Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Care Coordinator or within the disability, and mental health sector.
•  Have experience in the disability field and demonstrated solid knowledge and understanding of the NDIS including mandatory reporting, Quality and Safeguards, NDIS Price Guide, and flexibility within budgets.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in the area of planning, implementing, reviewing, and evaluating effective service plans.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a client-focused environment to build client capacity and provide choice and control to manage participants’ service plans.
•   Demonstrated ability to case manage several complex cases concurrently, with an emphasis on participant life goals.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, organisational, and planning skills.
•  Ability to support a broad range of participants with varying needs and work independently with minimal supervision.
•  Demonstrated ability to use computer IT systems including Client Management software, PRODA.

What we provide:

• Work Mobile Phone
• Opportunity for career progression
• Working as part of a team that makes a difference in people's lives.
• Supportive, friendly team environment and culture.

Due to the expected large number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.