• Job No: ASPECT1315
• Managing and developing individualised services to support people with autism to achieve their goals

• Permanent, full time role
• Approx. $82.7k to $86.5k p.a. FTE (depending on qualification & experience) + superannuation
• Excellent tax effective PBI salary packaging benefits
• Based in Marrickville, NSW

Aspect is committed to providing an autism friendly workplace and supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce. It is through this commitment that we encourage and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

About Aspect Adult Community Services: 

Community based and individualised services for people on the autism spectrum and their families. The focus is on the development of individual programs based on the specific interests, wants and needs of each individual.

About this role: 

You will be responsible for the coordination of a team of staff in the day-to-day delivery of services and programs. In consultation with the NSW Manager Adult Community Services, you will develop high quality services and programs for people with complex support needs to achieve personal outcomes. In this hands-on role, you will also provide direct support to people on the autism spectrum with a focus on role-modelling and mentoring for staff. Click here to view the Position Profile. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with families, carers, colleagues and other key stakeholders to optimise outcomes for people on the autism spectrum 
• Oversee the coordination of services and activities delivered by Support Workers, ensuring high quality service using a person centred approach
• Implement proactive strategies to facilitate relationship building between staff, families and carers
• Resolve complaints and conflicts in accordance with Aspect's policies, guidelines and  procedures
• Implement and review data collection of the Person Centred Plan for people, in collaboration with the individual, families and other stakeholders

Skills, experience and qualifications:

• Relevant certificate, diploma or degree or substantial years of relevant experience in the area of disability services
• Experience implementing person centred and human rights based approaches
• Knowledge and experience of using positive behaviour support to work with individuals with challenging behaviours
• Good communication skills, both written and oral, including report writing skills
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Experience of actively supporting staff and other stakeholders through change
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with all stakeholders, including resolving difficult issues
• Knowledge of Disability Services Standards and requirements under relevant legislation
• Experience developing & implementing programs that meet the needs and interests of individuals
• Ability to coach staff to implement empowering practice to increase independence and achieve personal outcomes
• Driver’s Licence valid in Australia and use of own vehicle for business purposes
• NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance for paid employment
• Current NSW Working With Children Check for paid employment 

Completion of the mandatory NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You’ is required. If you have not already completed the module, click here to access it. You may also be required to provide an International Police Check.

What we offer: 

As a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI), Aspect employees receive tax-effective salary packaging opportunities including $15,899 each year tax free, increasing the value of your take-home pay. These roles are covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award (SCHADS) and are classified at Level 5, depending on qualifications and experience.  

We focus on providing a positive work and learning environment for staff. Click here for a summary of some of the benefits you can access when working at Aspect. 

To Apply: 

Please attach your resume and cover letter and complete the candidate questionnaire as part of Aspect's online recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Enquiries should be directed to: Stephanie Soans, NSW Manager Adult Community Services and Aspect Employment on 0403 945 079.

For more information about Aspect: www.autismspectrum.org.au.

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is committed to providing an environment free from abuse, neglect and exploitation of the people we support.