Support Coordinator
This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with the National Disability Insurance Scheme
Summary about this job
Aged & Disability Support
Company: Merri Health
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Contract/Temp
Salary: n\a
Phone: +61-2-9653-5813
Fax: +61-3-4516-2622
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Detail information about job Support Coordinator. Terms and conditions vacancy
Your new organisation
At Merri Health we strive to enrich diverse communities through the provision of quality health care and support services. A career at Merri will see you contributing to a culture that affects change for our clients and the wider community. We are committed to supporting the talent and skills of our employees because we know their capability is the key to our success.
Your new role
As part of the Healthy Communities/ NDIS Team at Merri Health, your main responsibilities will include:
- Assist NDIS participants to implement the supports and services within their NDIS plans
- Model and embed a participant directed approach which promotes maximum choice and control for NDIS participants
- Strengthen and enhance NDIS participants to coordinate their own supports which enhances community inclusion
- Advocate for participants to access services and supports, especially regarding their education, capacity and resilience building
- Meet program service delivery targets as reasonably expected within the role
This is a full time role offered on a fixed term (30/06/2019) basis. You will be based in Coburg. In order to be considered for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia.
What you’ll need to succeed
To be successful with Merri you will go above and beyond to achieve great results for our clients, the organisation and yourself. We’re looking for individuals with:
- A desire to continuously develop and challenge themselves
- An innovative spirit to help us grow and succeed
- A willingness to respond to changing environments to better our communities
- The ability to embrace diversity, respecting and celebrating differences across our organisation and the wider community
- A relevant Qualification ie: Social Work, Certificate IV in Disability or Mental Health
- At least two years’ experience working with vulnerable people particularly people with psychosocial disabilities
- Experience in planning, case management, coordination and review for people with complex needs
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
What we offer
This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with the National Disability Insurance Scheme, one of the most significant social reforms ever to occur in Australia. You will be key in assisting individuals with physical, intellectual and/or psychosocial disability to expand their horizons and achieve their goals.
We offer a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which encourages you to bring your whole self to work. As the successful applicant you’ll be joining an organisation where you will be supported to grow, learn and develop your skills to reach your potential.
What you need to do now
Start by reviewing the attached position description. If this peaks your interest, take a few minutes to learn more about us on our website. If you have any questions contact Katie Williams, Team Leader, Support Coordination on (03) 9495 2556 or [email protected] When you’re ready to apply email your CV and covering letter to [email protected].
Applications close Tuesday 24th July 2018.