About Carpentaria

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability, Therapy and Community Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:

• Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
• Independent Living programs
• Pathways Program
• Employment and Training
• Specialist Disability Accommodation
• Children and Youth Services

We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

Your new role

The Supported Independent Living Coordinator is responsible for planning and implementing a person centred, independent living support service that aligns to participants NDIS goals to live a good life. This involves working with a dedicated team of Independent Living Coaches (Disability Support Workers) to promote independence and autonomy in a community-based home, suitable to the participant individual needs.

The ideal candidate

• Certificate III or above in Individual Support (Disability)
• Demonstrated high level knowledge and experience in supporting people with a disability
• Experience in supervision and monitoring team/staff performance
• Demonstrated team commitment, problem solving skills and cross cultural experience, and an ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships and work collaboratively with a range of diverse stakeholders
• High level organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and effectively manage workload to meet deadlines and achieve result

Remuneration and benefits

A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:

• Competitive base salary package
• Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
• Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• On site cafe and free parking
• Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications.

For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the position description attached.

To express your interest in this exciting role, please submit your resume and a one-page overview of your experience by clicking 'Apply now' below.

Interviews will be scheduled as suitable applications are received. You are encouraged to submit your application early.

Contacts and further information

For more information about this exciting opportunity, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Latia Grbac, Operations Workforce Coordinator on 0439 230 870 or [email protected] using the subject line: Supported Independent Living Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Further information about Carpentaria is available at carpentaria.org.au.