Disability Support Coordinator

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit seeks a proactive Disability Support Coordinator to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently. The role blends client-facing work with service coordination across health, housing, education and employment.

You will assess needs, develop personalized plans with families, advocate for rights, and monitor progress in a hybrid work environment. Strong communication and collaboration are essential, along with experience in client management systems.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in related field.
• At least 2 years’ disability support or case management experience.
• Strong knowledge of disability types, services and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' support needs, abilities and goals.
• Develop individualized support plans with clients, families and caregivers.
• Coordinate access to healthcare, housing, education and employment.
• Provide ongoing monitoring to ensure plan effectiveness.
• Advocate for clients' rights within service systems.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records and case notes.

Skills

Disability support

Case management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Digital tools

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Social Work/ Psychology/ OT

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive Disability Support Coordinator to join their team in Nelspruit . This hybrid role focuses on empowering individuals with disabilities to live more independent and fulfilling lives. You will work closely with clients and their families to understand their needs, develop personalized support plans, and connect them with essential services and resources within the community. This role requires a compassionate individual who is adept at navigating various support systems and advocating for the rights and needs of people with disabilities in the Nelspruit area.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' support needs, abilities, and goals.
• Develop individualized support plans in collaboration with clients, families, and caregivers.
• Coordinate access to a range of services, including healthcare, housing, education, and employment.
• Provide ongoing monitoring and support to ensure the effectiveness of the support plan.
• Advocate for clients' rights and needs within various service systems.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records and case notes.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in disability support or case management.
• Strong understanding of disability types, support services, and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Proficiency in using client management systems and digital communication tools.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment focused on client empowerment.