Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is the largest provider of guide dogs and orientation and mobility services for people with vision loss in Australia. We have a trusted and recognised brand and deliver thousands of client service programs annually. In fact, Guide Dogs has won the Readers Digest “Most Trusted Charity Brand” award from 2013 to 2018.

We are currently seeking a Social Worker/NDIS Coordinator, on a 12 month employment term, to join our Client Services team servicing clients residing in Sydney Metro South. This exciting position will support clients to identify, coordinate and implement a range of supports (mainstream, funded and informal) to enable greater individual participation in the community.

In addition to the aforementioned, this role will also be responsible for:

• Providing information about funding options, services and community supports available for people with impaired vision;
• Conducting support needs and risk assessments;
• Enabling clients and their representatives to identify and develop goals, aspirations and goal based plans and outcomes using a person centred and strengths based approach;
• Building client capacity to self-direct services and supports;
• Providing advocacy as required, and supporting clients to access funded supports which a strong focus on NDIS application and planning processes;
• Establishing and developing alliances with key health networks, government and community agencies and services;
• Monitoring and reviewing service plans, goals and budgets in consultation with clients and representatives on a regular basis; and
• Maintaining outcome focussed and up to date client records, and reporting to funding bodies.

To be considered for this opportunity you must demonstrate:

• Completion of a degree in social work and possess AASW membership;
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with people of all ages with disabilities;
• An understanding of and capacity to undertake person centred, goal directed, strength based holistic assessments;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with clients and others, including individuals from diverse backgrounds;
• Possess a mature and professional approach and presentation to work as part of a team and independently, with a commitment to excellence in customer service;
• Superior planning, organising and problem solving skills;
• Knowledge of funding bodies and experience developing networks with relevant agencies (particularly NDIA and My Aged Care);
• A self-directed learning orientation and drive;
• Computer literacy skills in MS applications and the Internet; and
• Case Management Certification (CMSA), is not essential, but would be highly regarded.

Please see the position description for this vacancy on our website at: guidedogs.com.au/jobs.

A satisfactory National Criminal History Check and Working With Children Check will be required in the position.

For further information call Sonya Leotta on (02) 9412 9373.