About us

L’Arche is an international federation of faith based communities which began in Australia in 1978, with the aim of establishing and supporting communities, where people with and without an intellectual disability live relationships of mutuality and trust in households. There are well established L’Arche Communities in Canberra, Sydney, Hobart, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Communities developing in Adelaide, Bendigo & Perth.

CDC Role Description - Summary

The role of L'Arche Adelaide CDC has 4 major dimensions:

1. Community building
2. Fostering & building relationships with L'Arche Australia, and across L'Arche Adelaide
3. Networking with churches, government, disability providers and local community members; and area/regional publicity
4. House and general service provision preparedness under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), including assistance with NDIS registration (immediate priority)

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience are desirable
• Experience in roles with significant responsibilities in organisational leadership, management, and accountability in the area of disability
• Current driver’s license Australian or equivalent
• Current Working with Vulnerable People check
• Current National Criminal Record Check

Reporting:

Reporting will be to the Board of L'Arche Adelaide, and the Leadership of L'Arche Australia, jointly.

Remuneration:

• Remuneration total - $41,673 (plus Work Cover)
• Salary - $37,595 (role 20.5 hours / week)
• Superannuation - $3,571
• Leave loading ($126.52 x 4 weeks) $506.09
• Salary packaging is available

Comprehensive detail re role, history, current goals, etc. available in the attachment.