• Part Time - Full Time (0.8 - 1.0 FTE), Fixed Term until 28 February 2027

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) defines support coordination as a capacity-building support arrangement, provide assistance to strengthen participant’s abilities to coordinate and implement supports and participate more fully in the community.

Ballarat Community Health utilises a multi–disciplinary team approach for the delivery of support coordination services and this role will complement the team with skills in service provision to families and children.

This role is suited to an experienced professional with a background in working with client groups with complex needs, disability and mental health issues, a commitment to innovation and systems change and a demonstrated flexibility in their approach to work requirements that results in better outcomes for this target group.

What you will bring to the team:

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant human services discipline is essential, postgraduate level preferred
• Substantial practice experience working in a role or roles which require care coordination and systems level innovation effort
• Proven experience in working with children with disability and challenging behaviours and families.
• A background in a sector with a focus on clients with complex needs and in working with people living with a serious mental health issue is essential; direct experience in the mental health sector is an advantage
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the NDIS
• Change management expertise including ability to identify change objectives, use appropriate strategies and influencing skills to overcome barriers and gain support
• An understanding of the Social Model of Health

What is on offer:

• Attractive salaries in line with relevant awards and certified agreements
• Excellent salary packaging (up to $15 900 general allowance and $2,800 meals and entertainment allowance per year)
• Staff culture consistently rated (across four workplace culture surveys) as being a culture of success
• Diverse work environment with multi-disciplinary teams
• Great social environment, including a staff social club
• Modern and bright workspaces, free car parking

About us:

Ballarat Community Health (BCH) strives to cater for the health and wellbeing of every person in our community at every stage of their life. We have a commitment to the most vulnerable. We don’t just put a band-aid on an issue: we’re about health promotion, as well as illness prevention, treatment and recovery. We strive for high quality, flexible and responsive service delivery. With nearly 300 staff, we have six (6) locations across Ballarat and the western region. We also have outreach services and clinics at a range of locations throughout the Central Highlands.

Interested?

To obtain a copy of the position description click here.

For further information please contact Kate Fitzpatrick, NDIS Coordinator on telephone 03 5338 0539.

Applications will be reviewed when received and suitable candidates will be contacted for interview at that time. You are encouraged to apply early to ensure you don’t miss this opportunity.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, please contact the People and Culture team via email at [email protected] noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Ballarat Community Health, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

Together we can have an impact on the health and wellbeing of our community. Be part of something special. Apply now!