Alice Springs, Alice Springs & Central Australia NTAged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)Full timeSomerville is a non-government, not for profit, community based organisation providing disability services in the Northern Territory.
Somerville employs over 350 people, all of whom foster a positive workplace culture of kindness, inclusion, and generosity.
Our mission is to impact positively on the dignity and quality of life of people who are affected by social and economic disadvantage.About the roleThe Independent Living Coordinator will directly lead the delivery of services by a team of Disability Support Workers (DSW's) and Team Leaders to deliver high quality services to NDIS participants to meet their needs and expectations.
These services must also be aligned to organisational, service, and individual participant goals.Core duties may include but are not limited to:Support participant expectations, track feedback and implement positive changesSupport NDIS participants to build capacity to coordinate their NDIS plans, negotiate appropriate support and servicesWork with the Manager Supported Independent Living to support new SIL Participants with the onboarding process, consulting with internal and external key personnel to ensure a positive Participant experienceCoordination of daily operations across allocated SIL houses including Community Access & Irregular supportsEnsure support workers and team leaders are trained to complete all duties as required and to ensure that a process is established for effective Participant support in accordance with Schedule of Supports or Individual Care PlanMinimum Requirements:Demonstrated ability to manage the delivery of services to participants and exceed participant service expectationsFinancial skills including budgeting and monitoring performanceDemonstrated experience with and/or knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworksDemonstrated understanding of (and experience working with) contemporary theoretical and practice frameworks in an area of service deliveryDemonstrated experience in applying human resource management strategies with strong leadership skillsDemonstrated experience in managing a small/medium teamAbility to implement change and improvements to work practicesTertiary qualification in business, human services or other relevant field or equivalent experiencePrevious experience in the not for profit sector, or a demonstrated appreciation and understanding of community-based organisationsEmployment Requirements:Current Northern Territory Driver's LicenseCurrent National Criminal History CheckWorking with Children Clearance (NT Ochre Card)NDIS Worker ScreeningFirst Aid CertificateCulture and Benefits:5 Weeks Annual LeaveSalary packaging benefits to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-freeA focus on employee well-being, with regular supervision opportunitiesAccess to training and learning opportunitiesAn Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and supportHere at Somerville, you will always have a voice, you will always be recognised and rewarded for your efforts.If you are ambitious and looking for the next step in your career, APPLY NOW or call HR & Recruitment Consultant - Rell Werner - 08 8920 4100How to apply:If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide an up to date resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.Applications Close: Friday 29th November 2024, however, applications may be reviewed upon receipt with shortlisting and interviews commencing prior to the closing date.#J-18808-Ljbffr