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.
Choose from full-time, part-time, a job share arrangement or school hours. This is the perfect role for a work life balance!
About the role:
The NDIS Support Coordinator provides individualised support to people who live with disability (including psycho-social disability) to maximise the usage and positive outcomes of their National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) plan. Work with participants and their families to identify and progress towards goals, build independence, strengthen formal and informal networks, and link participants with relevant local services and supports. Use recovery-orientated principles to facilitate participant choice and control, promoting self-determination, and building capacity to manage their plans and supports. About You:
Completed or working towards Cert IV in Mental Health/Disability/Peer Work and/or experience in working in Mental Health/Disability sector. Demonstrated information management and technology skills including: experience with electronic client/customer management systems, and familiarity with Microsoft Office. Excellent communication skills, particularly with clients, their family, friends and carer(s) that may be experiencing distress and ability to communicate ideas and information. What's in it for you?
A supportive working environment, a great team with flexibility. 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 take home pay. Choice of location - Port Pirie, Port Lincoln, Port Augusta or Whyalla. 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: Jenny Scarce, Operations Manager - General Health on 0428 899 869
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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