JOB SUMMARY:

This position supports the delivery of Waltja’s NDIS and Disability support programs on remote central Australian communities. The Case Support Worker will work to meet program KPIs and requirements within Waltja’s organisational values and protocols. The Case Support Worker will be accountable to the Program’s Team Leader and CEO, and be a member of the Aged, Disability and NDIS team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support to elders/people with disability and their carers, consistent with the objectives and requirements of Waltja’s programs. Support is to be based upon strengths-based approach, the principles of self-determination, and respect for Aboriginal people, communities and culture.
• Assist Aboriginal elders/people with disability and their carers to access and understand NDIS plans, other support services and resources as required, and to be able to actively engage in community and culture.
• Connect participant with NDIS providers, community, mainstream, and other government services
• Support participant in building their skills and confidence in implementing funded supports within the plan
• Ensure regular contact with participant is maintained and recorded
• Prioritise, manage, and administer a caseload/tasks in coordinated, efficient and timely manner
• Act as a Coordinator between the community, the Agency, and service providers in the community
• Assist in promoting broader community understanding and awareness of the National Disability Insurance Scheme
• Assist participant in linking people for the Agency meetings and provider appointments
• Support the Agency to assist people interested in the scheme to obtain and complete the application and to attend appointments
• Complete and provide appropriate and up-to-date documentation related to community visits, travel plans, data reporting, and client/community support provided or requested
• Represent Waltja at conferences, seminars, meetings and community forums
• Identify training and professional needs/opportunities, and undertake training as directed by Management Team.
• A commitment to comply with all Waltja Policy and Procedures and Code of Conduct.

Based in Alice springs. Willingness to travel to remote communities up to 4 nights per week, 3 out of 5 weeks.

Salary Package:

• Hours and Pay: 38 hours per week, 5 days per week
• SCHADS Award Level 4 plus 2% above Award wages: currently $43.94/hr Superannuation standard rate of 11.5%, Waltja pays 13.5% for non-smokers 4 weeks Annual Leave + Leave loading
• Travel Allowance of $75 per night for remote travel
• You will be eligible for PBI salary sacrificing

Waltja welcomes Expressions of Interest from all potential applicants.

For full position descriptions please see attached document.

Any queries around the position please contact our office on 08 89534488 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Case Support Worker - Aged, Disability and NDIS - Alice Springs enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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If you meet the selection criteria, Waltja Management will contact you to invite you to proceed with your application and to provide contact details for referees.