Disability Support Coordinator - Work from home & local Brisbane community

Field of You; Queensland; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Disability Support Coordinator to work from home and in the local Brisbane community. The role involves supporting clients with their NDIS plans, helping them manage their needs and connecting them with appropriate services. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in allied health or community services and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Flexible working arrangements are available for the right person.

Benefits

Training and professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Staff rewards and team building opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in community services, disability or allied health.
• Passion for the Disability and Community sector.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to understand and implement NDIS funded supports.
• Work collaboratively with clients and families to manage their NDIS plan.
• Communicate and develop relationships with relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Allied health or community services qualification

Job description

Disability Support Coordinator - Work from home & local Brisbane community

NDIS Support Coordinator - Disability Case Manager and Mental Health Recovery Coach

Support Coordinator to work in a creative, supportive and passionate team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families. Disability case management for clients of all ages and needs. Work from home - travel to clients around local Brisbane. Full and part time positions available.

ABOUT FIELD OF YOU

An independent organisation of passionate coordinators and allied health professionals who deliver quality service and plan for positive and successful futures. We help individuals of varying ages and needs to live their best lives. We work collaboratively with support providers, allied health professionals, government services, and families. Our mission and focus are to build individual’s capabilities to reach their goals. We are looking for a like-minded individual to join our growing team.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Allied health or community services qualification, such as Social Work, Nurse, Community, etc (or studying)
• Community services, disability or allied health experience
• Passion for the Disability and Community sector
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in note-taking and report writing
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to create and maintain lasting professional relationships
• Caring, empathic, and understanding nature
• Welcomes and respects people of all backgrounds, identities, and life choices
• Positive and energetic team member
• A strong sense of professional boundaries and integrity
• Brisbane based home to travel from
• Autonomous and preference for working from home
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and access to registered and insured vehicle

PREFERRED BUT NOT ESSENTIAL

• Mental health training and support background
• Understanding of the NDIS and government funding schemes
• Case management or NDIS coordination experience

KEY DUTIES

• Supporting clients to understand and implement the funded supports in their NDIS plans
• Working collaboratively with clients and their families to build up their capacity to manage the supports within their NDIS plan
• Linking participants to suitable service providers and allied health professionals
• Assess client needs and monitor progress toward the achievement of their plan goals
• Connect with clients in the community and remotely
• Identify community or mainstream supports that can also assist participants to achieve their set plan goals
• Communicate and develop professional relationships with stakeholders, including service providers, allied health professional, NDIA, Queensland Health, Office of the Public Guardian, etc.

OPPORTUNITY INCLUDES

• Flexible arrangements (full-time or part-time available) and healthy work-life balance encouraged while working from home
• Training, supervision, and professional development
• Joining a supportive and fun team who shares common values
• Fulfilling and meaningful community services position
• Staff rewards and team building opportunities

APPLICATIONS

If you possess the skills, passion and dedication to be successful in this role, and truly make a difference to our client's lives, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application with resume and cover letter addressing selection criteria and skills. Include your suburb. Applications will be considered upon receipt.

The role is flexible for the right person and is based remotely (work from home and in the local community).