Local Area Coordinator

We’re Feros Care, and we’re pleased to meet you.

And what we care most about is helping people live healthier, happier, better-connected lives.

Our values are not just words on a wall. They are unique to us and underpin our much bolder vision and aspirations for YOU – our clients, residents, participants, customers, and staff. We are Game Changers, Culture Shapers, Dream Makers, Vibrant Creators and Kindness Champions.

Join us as a Local Area Coordinator, the driving force behind NDIA in your community. Use your dynamic people skills to connect participants with NDIS, guiding informed choices and contributing to plan development for enhanced capacity. LACs assist participants in exploring goal achievement and understanding plan funding dynamics.

We actively seek to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability. If you would like to discuss accessibility requirements, preferred communication methods or other possibilities, please contact Miren on 0457 622 *** or ******@feroscare.com.au for a confidential chat.

Your role includes: 

• Collaborating with individuals and families, ensuring access to community services and NDIA-funded programs.
• Building positive community partnerships for inclusive and accessible communities.
• Engaging in home and community meetings, involving regional travel.
• Flexibility for additional hours to achieve participant outcomes and community engagement.

We’re looking for someone with: 

• Exceptional people skills, strong written communication, and time management.
• Experience exceeding KPIs, adaptability to a dynamic environment.
• A person-centered approach, empowering individuals and maintaining professional integrity.
• Relevant qualifications in disability, allied health, community services, or 2+ years' relevant experience.

What we can offer for you:   

• Salary banding from $78,506 - $84,320 (depending on relevant qualifications and years of relevant experience) + Super
• Non-for-profit Salary Packaging (up to the value of $15,899 per annum tax free) and Meal and Entertainment Packaging (up to the value of $2650 per annum tax free) (Part time and Full-time employees)
• Daily travel allowance ($25 per day!).
• Extensive discounts available on everyday purchases, financial tips and services, wellbeing, and wellness programs through our employee’s benefit program ForME.
• Extensive training, development, and career opportunities (we will support you to complete additional relevant qualifications and certificates)
• Private Health Insurance Discount (Medibank)
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• All technology / equipment provided.

When successful, you will be required to undertake a national police check, working with children check, and provide evidence of your right to work in Australia.