NDIS Support Coordinator

Company Information:

An iconic location, Esperance is situated on Western Australia's southeast coast about 725 km from Perth by road and 1.5 hour direct flight. The Esperance Region comprises some of the most spectacular landscapes in Western Australia. It includes over 400km of coastline ranging from the gently undulating bays and picturesque islands of the Recherche Archipelago to the striking cliffs of the Great Australian Bight.

The Shire employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region. Employees enjoy generous benefits including  5 weeks annual leave, health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression and work life balance.

All employees strive to embody the Shire’s values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a great place to live and work.

About the Job

There is an exciting opportunity with Esperance Home Care for a NDIS Support Coordinator. The position is to provide support coordination to NDIS participants and assist them in achieving the goals set out in their NDIS plans. This includes helping participants to navigate the NDIS system, understand their NDIS plans, connect to the broader system of services and build their capacity to direct their supports independently over time.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working with participants to achieve their goals in line with their NDIS plan
• Coordinate services as defined in the participants NDIA plan
• Ensure adequate and appropriate supervision and direction is provided to staff

This is a 12 month fixed- term full-time postition, working 38 hours per week.  

About you 

In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:

• A demonstrated ability to coordinate the provision of support services to people with complex needs
• Australian Driver's license and use of own vehicle
• Qualifications in Disability Studies or related discipline

Benefits

Salary: $78,397.00 per annum

Permanent staff are entitled to:

• 5 weeks annual leave per year
• Minimum of 11.5% superannuation employer contribution
• Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%
• Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
• Access to career development opportunities
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations

Applications close on the 22nd of September 2024

Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal by clicking the APPLY button below and include a current Resume and statements addressing the Selection Criteria found on the Position Description. 

Further details are available in the Position Description, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on 08 9071 0647

The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Attachments:

- PD - External Services - Esperance Home Care - NDIS Support Coordinator - September 2024.pdf