Country & Outback Health is a not-for-profit organisation focused on building healthier and happier communities. Delivering a diverse range of mental health, allied health, addiction support, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, NDIS services as well as support services for Young People within our headspace centres.
Are you driven to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults and people living with disabilities?
The Role:
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated professionals to join our team in a blended role as a Care Finder & NDIS Support Coordinator.
This unique dual role offers the opportunity to work across two vital programs: Care Finder Program:
In this role, you will provide specialised assistance to help older adults understand and access aged care supports and connect with relevant community services through the Care Finder program. You will be pivotal in: Guiding individuals through the complexities of the aged care system. Connecting clients with essential community services to enhance their quality of life. Improving outcomes by coordinating between health, aged care, and other local systems. Bridging gaps in understanding, ensuring seamless integration of services.
NDIS Support Coordination:
As a NDIS Support Coordinator, you will deliver individualised support to people living with disabilities, including psychosocial disabilities, helping them maximise the benefits of their NDIS plans. In this role, you will: Assist participants in identifying and achieving their personal goals. Build independence by strengthening formal and informal support networks. Help participants connect with locally available services and make the most of their NDIS plans. Promote inclusivity by contributing to a fair, honest, and respectful workplace that values equal opportunity and safety.
About you:
We are looking for someone who has: An ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients and the community A passion to build knowledge of the programs and related service providers Tech savvy with an ability to research and learn about local services A proactive and empathetic approach with a willingness to learn and upskill
What's on offer?
A supportive working environment, where you can learn and develop. Competitive salary package in recognition of your qualifications and
experience - $78,228 – $83,824 per annum pro-rata. 5 weeks annual leave (+17.5% loading) plus paid cultural leave. Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay. Choose from full-time, part-time, a job share arrangement or school hours. This is the perfect role for a work life balance!
Application form and job description available HERE
Closing Date: Applications are shortlisted as they come in, so apply today! Employment with CObH is subject to a National Police Check (NPC), DHS Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check. All applicants must have current working rights in Australia and a valid driving licence.
For a confidential discussion, please contact: Christine Partington, Team Leader – CWC/NDIS on 0401 336 798 or
Deb Whetstone, Team Leader – Care Finder on 0422 730 561
To learn more about Country & Outback Health and our team, please visit:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's uniqueness. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, religions, cultures, sexual orientations, people with lived experience and people with disabilities.
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