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SalaryAt UnitingSA, we’re all about respect, compassion and justice, and empowering South Australians to overcome life’s challenges. Established in 1919, today our team of more than 1,000 employees and volunteers deliver critical housing, aged care and community services to more than 12,000 South Australians in need every year.
We provide services from over 35 locations across the state to help:
- people experiencing homelessness and poverty
- women escaping domestic violence
- individuals facing mental health challenges
- people living with disability
- older and frail South Australians
- children, young people and families confronted with complex challenges
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity to join UnitingSA’s NDIS team delivering Support Coordination & Recover Coach services. You’ll be part of a dynamic team focused on achieving positive relationships, outcomes and connections between our participants and the community. As a NDIS Support Coordinator you will work with clients with complex needs and multiple issues, including mental health. The role is offered on a permanent part-time basis (4-day per week) based in Whyalla.
What will you be doing?
Working collaboratively with the UnitingSA NDIS Support Coordinator Team, you will be responsible for providing a person-centred approach to identifying the goals and aspirations for our participants, which are incorporated within their NDIS plan. Building positive relationships with relevant stakeholders and networking is an important part of the role.
About You:
You will demonstrate a positive and professional "can-do" attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills. There will be opportunities to work within a team or work as an individual practitioner. You will have experience in providing one on one and community support, along with knowledge of issues in the area of disability and mental health.
The successful candidate will hold a minimum of Certificate 4 in Mental Health, and/or two or more years experience working in the mental health sector. A current NDIS Clearance, Working with Children Clearance and current SA Driver’s licence are also required.
What we offer:
In return, you will work in a passionate and motivated organisation where you can see firsthand the positive difference you make in the lives of our community’s most vulnerable. We believe in developing and investing in our team and providing work/life balance through flexible work arrangements.
We offer our team:
- Salary packaging (which can add up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year)
- A competitive salary in accordance with experience
- A strong commitment to your professional and personal development
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Other perks, including discounted health insurance
We aim to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and to improve equal employment opportunity for our employees. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people. To view our Reconciliation Action Plan please visit: .
Due to COVID-19, UnitingSA are taking necessary precautions to minimise the risk to our candidates and employees throughout the recruitment process.
If you are inspired to make a positive difference and would like to be considered for this opportunity please apply now. Applications close Friday 10 March 2023.
Our application process is mobile friendly.
