• An exciting opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of people with disability
• Not-for-profit PBI Salary Packaging of $15,900 + Meals and Entertainment card
• $81,500+ superannuation
• Hybrid work from home and office in a supportive team
• Brisbane, Queensland

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Housing Hub offers a targeted housing specific, time limited, specialist service. We support the development of high quality evidence that supports NDIS participants to reach their housing goals. Our team has expert knowledge and experience in NDIS housing options, including specialist disability accommodation (SDA), Individualised Living Options (ILO) and Supported Independent Living (SIL).

The Housing Hub is looking for a full time Home and Living Specialist with experience in the sector and exceptional report writing skills.

We are seeking someone who will put people with disability first, and will respect the housing preferences of those we support. Providing a specialty that is housing specific and targeted is a niche area and we are looking for someone who has the skills to bring both the evidence for a home and living decision and the participant’s stories to life. This role will work to accountable deadlines and will have to be efficient as well as effective.

The role will support people with disability to understand housing options and develop quality documentation, and support participants with NDIS processes in relation to home and living options.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and receive expert knowledge and know-how from people who are leaders in housing for NDIS participants.

Our workplace provides the flexibility to work from home with some office-based work required.

If you’re passionate about quality housing for people with disability, can bring a person’s story to life and want to work with the best in the sector, this job is for you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support clients to understand the housing related supports within their NDIS plan
• Maintain high level understanding of eligibility for NDIS Home and Living Supports (including SDA, ILO and SIL)
• Development of high quality documentation in relation to eligibility for funding of supports
• Adherence to database entry and requirements for recording information
• Maintaining current knowledge of legislation regarding the NDIS
• Understanding changes within the NDIS that relate to home and living supports

WHAT EXPERIENCE ARE WE KEEN FOR YOU TO HAVE?

• Experience working with people with disability who have complex needs
• Exceptional writing skills
• An ability to work within a CRM database efficiently (Salesforce)
• A valid driver’s licence and vehicle
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Desirable

• Previous experience working as a housing specialist, support coordinator or specialist support coordinator
• Qualification in social work, psychology, occupational therapy or mental health nursing
• Knowledge of the NDIS and legislation underpinning the NDIS
• Understanding of SDA, ILO and SIL
• Confidence to build relationships within the sector

REQUIREMENTS

Employment is subject to NDIS Worker Screening and Working with Children Checks and being fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

HOW TO APPLY

People with lived experience of disability are central to what we do, and we encourage and welcome you to apply.

Submit your resume and cover letter addressing why you would be the perfect candidate and how you meet the requirements of the role as outlined in the position description by hitting the Apply button below.

We will be shortlisting immediately so please do not hesitate to apply ASAP if you think you may be a suitable applicant for this role.

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within Summer Foundation. That’s why we hire diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please reach out to [email protected] using the subject line: NDIS Home and Living Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs or 1300 935 717.