About the Opportunity

• This is a part-time permanent Support coordinator role working 15.20 hours per week (Tuesday and Thursday 9am to 5pm).
• Flexibility to work from home (WFH) once a week
• Work from our Oatlands office and as required from our Leichhardt and Campbelltown sites to the client’s place (travel reimbursed)
• SCHADS 4.1 $43.08 per hour plus salary packaging up to $18,550 plus Super

The role involves assisting National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants in exploring service options (mainstream, community, and provider-based) and managing their NDIS plans. Key responsibilities include helping participants navigate MyGov and the NDIS Portal, developing service agreements, negotiating services and pricing, and arranging assessments for required funding. The role will also work closely with Plan Managers and connect participants to mainstream services like housing, education, and health.

Additionally, the position focuses on building participants' capacity to manage their supports, understand their service agreements, prepare for plan reviews and explore housing and life transition options.

For more information, please check the Support Coordinator Position Description

Take a look at Uniting’s Support Coordination page for more information Support coordination (NDIS) (uniting.org)

What you need to succeed:

Qualifications:

• Diploma or higher tertiary qualifications in disability/community services/social sciences/allied health and equivalent knowledge/experience. 

Experience:

• Knowledge of the Disability Inclusion Act 2014, Disability Service Standards and NDIS Act 2013 and rules including provisions relating to reasonable and necessary supports, NDIS price guide.
• Sound understanding of the complex needs of people with disability and their families/carers/nominees.
• Experience of effective and contemporary disability support models.
• Fluency in a community language is desirable.
• Experience in developing and implementing person-centred approaches that support people to build their capacity for choice and control over their own lives
• Experience in working with First Nations and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds is desirable.
• Proven ability to establish active partnerships and achieve common desired outcomes with communities and other organisations.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and client database systems, and excellent report writing, time management and record-keeping skills. 

Mandatory requirements:

• Current driver's license and willingness to use own or private vehicle (with comprehensive insurance) for work-related travel and to transport people we support if required
• Ability to work flexibly within business hours and travel within metro Sydney
• NSW Working with Children Check (Service NSW)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Service NSW)

In return we offer:

• Maximum allowable up to $18,550 salary packaging available (visit https://accesspay.com.au/ for more information).
• Flexible work arrangements
• Comprehensive induction training from Day 1 including buddy shifts.
• $500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.
• Receive paid travel entitlements, making your work more convenient and accessible.
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Corporate discounts and cash-back programs with major retailers  

Should you have any questions, please contact Sarah from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] using the subject line: NDIS Support Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs for more information. 

Who is Uniting?

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.