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NDIS Support Coordinator

Advance Support Co
  • NDIS Support Coordinator/ Specialist Support Coordinator
  • Division: Community Services
  • Location: Melbourne – Eastern and South East
  • Type: Permanent Full Time position
  • Flexible Work from Home 

Who we are

We are a registered NDIS independent support coordination provider. Everyone on our team has professional and/or lived experience with disability and is driven, passionate and experienced in the world of NDIS.

We pride ourselves on offering a unique service to our wonderful clients which is tailor made to suite individual needs and preferences.

Our mission is to work collaboratively with individuals and families using a strength based approach to gain all the tools they need to thrive.

The Role

Due to substantial demand for services we are expanding our team and looking for an experienced Support Coordinator and a specialist Support Coordinator to be part of a highly experienced and supportive team.

  • You will be responsible for the coordination of NDIS plans for participants, some who have complex and multiple disabilities.
  • The role is focused on strengthening a participant's ability to navigate the NDIS and empower participants to access and coordinate supports.
  • The Support Coordinator plays an integral role in the development and achievement of a participant's goals to maximise opportunity and independence.

You will be:

  • Using high quality engagement strategies to strengthen a participant's ability to navigate the NDIS
  • Linking participants to identified services (both mainstream and funded) to maximise opportunity and independence
  • Support the participant to evaluate goals and provide outcome reports to the NDIA
  • Ensure high quality record keeping and reporting is maintained
  • Collaborating with other services providers to support and build each client’s capacity to achieve their goals.
  • Engaging in a client-centred approach to support each individual client.

Key selection criteria

  • Previous experience as a support coordinator or in a similar role
  • A tertiary qualification in one of the following; social work, occupational therapy, speech pathology, psychology, developmental educators or similar fields preferred.
  • Strong report writing skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge, experience and understanding of the support needs of people with disability across home and community settings
  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work and communicate effectively with participants, their families, community agencies and other professionals
  • A focus on supporting someone to increase their quality of life through self-determination and person-centred thinking
  • Ability to adapt to changing needs and prioritise tasks in an efficient manner
  • Ability to work independently
  • Have a valid driver’s licence
  • Willing and able to use own vehicle for work purposes
  • A current Working with Children’s Check
  • A cleared National Police Check (under 6 months old)
  • Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status

Working with Advance Support Co

At Advance Support Co, we believe that exceptional customer service starts with employees who love what they do. Our people are committed to supporting people with disabilities to live the life they choose and obtaining the best possible outcomes.

We offer our valued employees:

  • An attractive remuneration package including employee wellbeing benefits
  • Flexible work from home. Must be happy to work from home as we don't have an office.
  • The opportunity to have a positive impact on peoples’ lives
  • Comprehensive induction program
  • A rewarding career in a growing service sector
  • Ongoing training, support and professional development
  • A great, supportive team environment
  • Opportunity for growth leadership roles within the organisation for the right candidate
  • The successful applicant will need to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check

Interviews will be held as successful applications are received.

Immediate Start for the right candidate.

How to apply

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