We’re looking for a professional BSL Planner with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a 12-month maximum term full-time basis, working 38 hours per week.

Applicants will be based in offices located in suburbs in Northern, Western or Southern/Bayside Peninsula areas, Victoria. These roles will be part of a virtual team of planners who complete first plans and plan reviews for people 0-65 years.

Successful applicants will be located in an agreed nominated office.  They are not be required to travel to different offices on a daily basis but may be required to meet centrally for training or occasional meetings. 

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.

For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We are passionate about the work we do.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

THE ROLE

The BSL Planner role is specifically focused on maximising workflow and workload management across both ECEI and LAC. This role will be part of a virtual team of planners who complete first plans and plan reviews in ECEI and LAC, depending on workflow in each region and program. They will then provide handover of participants back to local teams for ongoing implementation and monitoring or subsequent reviews.

• Provide timely, efficient and high-quality planning and plan review support
• Ensure that the capabilities of each person are utilised to the maximum extent possible in determining and implementing their own plans.
• Assist people with disability and their carers to document their circumstances and personal objectives.

Salary will be in the range of $74,531.95 - $80,995.58 per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for an who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Relevant qualifications in the disability sector and/or lived experience or awareness of the impact of existing or acquired disability upon individuals, families, carers and the community
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to helping people attain their goals
• Takes ownership and responsibility for decisions
• Experience with highly accountable processes that are subject to external review.
• Customer service focused
• Highly developed administration, computer skills and competency in Microsoft Program

BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, click Apply Now, or contact Belinda Rutledge on 0491 156 175 for a confidential discussion.

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.