Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? At YAY Today, we're growing fast and excited to welcome a dedicated NDIS Support Coordinator to our team. If you're looking for a dynamic, supportive, and fun work environment where your efforts truly matter, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive while helping others.
About Us YAY Today is a Melbourne-based, NDIS Registered Provider established in 2022, with a clear mission: to help people with disabilities unlock their potential and experience moments of joy. Our team of over 60 multidisciplinary professionals is united by a shared passion for making a difference in our clients' lives. We cultivate a positive, collaborative atmosphere where every team member is valued, and together, we create a space where both clients and staff can grow and succeed.
At YAY Today, we're big on investing in our staff. We offer genuine professional development opportunities, including workshops led by psychologists to support your growth. And let's not forget the perks – our office is a friendly, welcoming place where students from our Day Program bring us free coffees as part of their training. You'll be working in a nice, warm office culture where you'll feel right at home.
Role Description We're expanding our Support Coordination division and are looking for an experienced and motivated Support Coordinator to join our friendly team.
As a Support Coordinator, your role is all about helping NDIS participants achieve the goals set out in their NDIS plans. You'll work closely with participants to empower them to direct their own lives, not just their services. This involves assisting them in building a strong network of formal and informal supports and guiding them through complex service delivery systems.
This role is hybrid, offering a mix of working from home (WFH) and 2 days in our office located on North Rd, Ormond. You will also occasionally visit participants in their homes. The position is 20-25 hours per week, with flexible working arrangements available. The role also offers the opportunity to transition from a permanent part-time position to full-time in January. As one of the fastest-growing NDIS Providers in Bayside, YAY Today offers a supportive work environment with plenty of room for professional growth.
What You'll Do: Work with participants to help them achieve their NDIS goals.Provide ongoing Support Coordination services in line with participants' NDIS plans.Use a person-centred approach to build participant capacity, choice, and control.Develop and implement support plans, monitoring their progress and outcomes.Tackle complex challenges and provide creative solutions.Follow organisational policies, procedures, and values.Stay up-to-date with all relevant legislation and codes of conduct.Build knowledge of local services and organisations that can support participants.What You'll Bring: At least 1 year of experience in NDIS support coordination.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Qualifications in community services, disability, or related health disciplines (minimum Cert 4).Strong knowledge of NDIS rules and operational guidelines.NDIS worker screening clearance & blue card.First Aid and CPR certifications.Great interpersonal skills to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.Tech-savviness and proficiency with Microsoft Office.Ability to work independently and show initiative. #J-18808-Ljbffr
