AddressAre you curious and goal orientated, and excited about being part of a high performing team who make a real difference in the lives of people living with disability?
About us
The MS Society SA & NT are at an exciting juncture in our (almost) 60-year history. We are a leading provider in South Australia and Northern Territory of reliable information, allied health and social supports to minimise the impact of MS and other neurological conditions.
Our employees are passionate about empowering people affected by MS to live the life they want to live and embody our values of client-centred and service excellence.
About the role
The Support Coordinator will assist in the delivery of quality services for NDIS participants living with Multiple Sclerosis. They will support clients to coordinate and implement a range of supports to achieve their goals as outlined in their NDIS plans. Utilising practice skills and a high level of specialist knowledge, they will support participants to address barriers, build capacity and confidence and develop meaningful connections. This may include designing and implementing support plans, providing a coordinated approach to service delivery, crisis prevention, risk planning and mitigation. Support coordination is delivered in line with the organisations principles and values.
To be successful in your application you will:
• have demonstrated experience working with people living with a disability in a support coordination role or a lived experience of disability.
• have a comprehensive understanding of NDIS legislation and guidelines and the ability to apply these to best practice service delivery.
• possess an exceptional customer service ethic and the ability to execute client-focused outcomes.
• Be able to manage your own workload with minimal supervision and achieve high level KPIs.
Essential requirements:
• Minimum 2 years' experience in support coordination, community services/development or related field.
• Satisfactory Working with Children Clearance, NDIS Worker Screening Check and National Police Check.
• Motor vehicle and current South Australian driver's licence.
Desirable requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in social science, social work or allied health.
• An understanding of multiple sclerosis and other neurological disorders.
• Knowledge of the NDIS
• Comprehensive understanding of NDIS Housing legislation and standards.
Some out of hours work is required and you may be required to travel for this role.
Your benefits will include:
• Ongoing commitment to professional development.
• Regular in-house clinical supervision.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to an attractive remuneration package, including salary sacrificing and flexibility to work from home.
• Working in a multi/trans-disciplinary model with a range of health. professionals to provide a holistic and integrated approach to supports.
• Dynamic and vibrant leaders
Apply now!
Apply now via Seek and include a cover letter and resume in your application. Your letter should set out why you are the appropriate candidate for the role. For a confidential chat about the role, please contact Helen, Manager, Client Services on 08 7002 6***.
The MS Society SA & NT is an equal opportunity employer. Everyone is welcome. We are committed to diversity and invites applications from people who have a disability, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal, South Sea and Torres Strait Island descent.
Reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability will be provided throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via **************@ms.asn.au or 08 7002 65***and indicate your preferred method of communication (email or phone).
We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Owners of the Country in which our offices are situated today, and we pay respect to Elders past and present.
