• Work for a not-for-profit at the forefront of innovation
• Be surrounded by an energetic and friendly team
• Full time fixed term contract

Feros Care is proud to partner with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to deliver Local Area Coordination services in the ACT.

We are shaking up industry and looking for likeminded go-getters to join us in our mission to help people live independent and bold lives!

About the role:

The Practice Lead is an integral part of the Local Area Coordination Team and the role’s primary objective is to strengthen practice delivery of the Partner in the Community (PITC) Program.This position is the region’s primary source of expertise, supporting the maintenance and development of best practice to result in improved participant outcomes.

This position is a full time, fixed term contract.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor LAC practice in all areas of the NDIS participant pathway
• Maintain a professional workforce with a strong focus on individual development and training, improved quality of plans and reviews, improved audit results and adherence to practice standards as set out in our PITC contract
• Provide practice leadership to improve the quality and efficiency within the region
• Demonstrate a commitment to Feros Care’s practice framework and culture through continual improvement activities
• Identify emerging opportunities, new initiatives or feedback on the program
• Build credibility and influence within the region to accurately identify, assess, and respond in a timely manner to issues/risks and matters of concern, particularly those related to the effective delivery of the PITC Program

The boxes you will tick:

• Tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent experience in allied health, disability services, human services, community development, social work or similar discipline
• Demonstrated knowledge of the NDIS Act 2013 and the participant pathway
• Ability to prepare and deliver logical, sequential and succinct presentations
• Experience in participating and conducting reflective practice, applying the NDIS frameworks and referring to research and literature to inform case practice and decision making at an advanced level
• Highly developed communication, collaborative, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to come across with presence and credibility and addressing difficult and sensitive topics and questions in a learning environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and ability to work collaboratively and contribute to consistent, innovative work practices
• Demonstrated experience in quality mapping

About us

We want our team to be made up of people from all walks of life. Feros Care would not be where we are today without the unique make up of Game Changers, Dream Makers and Vibrant Creators that help us to thrive every day. We actively seek to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We harness a culture that embraces individual differences in all its glory and values cultural intelligence.

Feros Care is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability. If you would like to discuss accessibility requirements and/or adjustments please contact [email protected], using the subject line: Practice Lead, Local Area Coordination - ACT enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Feros Care acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of this land on which we work.

Work perks (the goodies!):

• Salary packaging (up to $15,899 per annum)
• Free access to health and fitness clubs
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and development (face-to-face and online learning)
• Plus, meaningful experiences through empowering people with disability, their families and carers, and the wider community

When successful, you will be required to undertake a national police check and provide evidence of your right to work in Australia.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact The Team at Feros Care on 07 5669 0559 - Recruitment Option 3, quoting Ref No. 933261.

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