Address- Fixed term full time 12-month contract with possibility of extension
- Hybrid working
Footprints Community is a well-regarded not-for-profit provider of community-based services, working in the community for over 30 years. We specialise in working with older people, those that experience disability, mental illness, as well as those who are at risk of homelessness.
About the role and program
Reporting to the Coordinator - Packagad Services, the NDIS Support Coordinator will provide varying levels of coordination of supports for adults with a disability, including psychosocial disability. Considering an Individual's circumstance and level of complexity, the role actively supports participants to coordinate and manage their NDIS (National Insurance Disability Scheme) plan to enable greater independence across all domains of an individual's life.
About you
- Relevant Diploma in the Human Services and/or Community Services field, together with high level knowledge and skills in the coordination of supports to assist people with a disability in their community and/or in their home
- Knowledge and understanding of the NDIS, including relevant legislation, the different levels of Support Coordination and NDIS Price Guide.
- Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience working with diverse client groups including people with a disability and their families/carers, people with mental illness, people who are homeless or residing in marginalised housing and who may be at risk of homelessness.
- Highly developed written communication and inter-personal skills, with demonstrated experience gaining the cooperation of internal and external stakeholders.
- Computer literacy and the demonstrated ability to manage a client database and associated reports
- Current class C driver's licence
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance Check or Yellow Card
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate (highly desirable)
- Bachelor Degree in relevant field (Social Work, Psychology or Occupational Therapy) (desirable)
We offer
- Flexible work arrangements
- Attractive remuneration with generous salary sacrifice benefits
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
- A committed and friendly teamwork environment
For further information please contact Brian Paxton, Acting Coordinator - Packaged Services on 0402 035 ***.
Shortlisting and interviewing will commence as soon as applications are received
Footprints encourages applications from all people. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, Footprints strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.
