About the Organisation

Inclusion Melbourne is a uniquely innovative organisation based in Armadale that supports people with a disability in personalised community arrangements. At Inclusion Melbourne we have a vision for people with intellectual disability to share the benefits of living in and contributing to the broader community. We want to give people the opportunity to realise their potential, build long-term freely given relationships and be welcomed as equal and respected citizens.

About the Opportunity

Have you always wanted to work with an organisation that challenges existing ideas and practices that limit the lives of people who have a disability? Do you have a passion for seeing people with intellectual disabilities grow and take their place as equal members of their community and have their fundamental human rights respected? If so, then Inclusion Melbourne would like to hear from you.

We are looking to hire creative, well-organised people with natural leadership and strong teamwork skills to fill two full time positions. You will need to be highly adaptable, creative, easy going and an excellent communicator. You will apply your enthusiasm, positivity and empathy as you work with people and their families to imagine and build better lives for people with intellectual disabilities.

At Inclusion Melbourne we have a vision for people with intellectual disabilities sharing the benefits of living in the broader community. We want to give people the ability to feel comfortable in the community, recognise their contribution and to help the community welcome and build long-term relationships with them.

If you share this vision and you are a creative and well-organised person with natural leadership ability, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As an NDIS Support Coordinator you will focus on supporting people with disabilities predominately in the south and east areas of Melbourne. You will support the interface between people with a disability and the broader community. You will have the responsibility to ensure the implementation of participant's plans and the achievement of their goals.

To achieve these outcomes you will:

• Locate, coordinate, manage and or facilitate a range of supports and support providers to meet identified needs
• Connect participants with mainstream and specialists supports
• Coordinate participants' plans to enable greater independence as well as increased social and economic participation

You will need to have a strong understanding of the NDIS and the role of an NDIS Support Coordinator. You will be based at an Inclusion Melbourne office in Armadale or Sunshine, however in servicing this position you will be required to work across areas within metropolitan Melbourne.

Position Requirements

• Essential - NDIS Worker Clearance – Submit application via Services Victoria website https://service.vic.gov.au
• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in the disability field
• Experience in case management or similar role
• Detailed working knowledge of the NDIS and the Support Coordinator role
• A sound understanding of and experience in providing/coordinating inclusive community based services for people with disabilities
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• A current Victorian driver's license and use of a roadworthy vehicle
• Must be eligible to work in Australia and for an NDIS Provider
• A deep commitment to supporting people with disabilities to pursue their dreams.

Salary

Salary is based on the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 Level 4 (Pay Point Range 1–4) from $36.62 to $39.40. Rate of pay will be based on qualifications and experience. Generous salary packaging benefits (reduce your taxable income) which means more take home pay!

Safety Screening check

Inclusion Melbourne’s recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety of the people we support. From 1st February 2021, new NDIS worker screening arrangements for the disability sector commenced in Australia. You must obtain a NDIS clearance to work with people with a disability before commencing work.

Visit Service Victoria’s website for further information and to obtain the mandatory NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Further Information

For more information regarding the above positions, please telephone Carmine Laghi on 0408 407 278 or visit the inclusion Melbourne website inclusionmelbourne.org.au

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Inclusion Melbourne is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the diverse needs of the people we support. Inclusion Melbourne is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people with a disability, and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and the LGBTIQ community.

If you require advice and support with the recruitment process, please email [email protected], using the subject line: NDIS Support Coordinators enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.