Main characteristics
- Location
- Newcastle, New South Wales
- Company
- Thrive Community Services
- Employment type
- Full time
- Category
- Community Services & Development
Job summary
SUPPORT COORDINATORAbout Thrive Community Services
Thrive Community Services are changing things up on what it means be an employer of choice within the community services industry!
We are seeking an experienced Support Coordinator to join our small but growing team. Based out of our East Maitland office the role will be servicing the needs of the Hunter/Central Coast regions.
We are looking for a person who would like to be involved in shaping the future of their company, engaged in the development of supports on offer, and who are proud to have their ideas included in our day to day supports and operational planning.
The Current Role
Our Support Coordinators are focused on strengthening a participants ability to navigate the NDIS and to empower participants to access supports to enable each person to participate more fully in their community of choice.
The role is responsible for coordinating the day to day aspects of NDIS service navigation. You will engage with clients, undertake plan coordination services, identify and inform clients of services and service providers available for purchase within their approved funding and in line with their stated goals and desired outcomes; maximising opportunity and independence. You will support the participant to evaluate goals and provide outcome reports to the NDIS. .
As part of the role, you will build local knowledge of existing services, service pathways and networks of services and supports.
This important role is also responsible for ensuring all reporting and administrative requirements are met, and services are delivered in line with the National Quality and Safeguards Commission Code of Conduct.
Whilst Thrive are currently recruiting for a Support Coordinator, we are always on the lookout for talent to join our management team if this is your career goal. Thrive are committed to growing individuals to become future leaders within our contemporary team.
To be considered for the position, you will posses:Relevant experience working within the Community, Human Services, Disability or allied-health area(s).Minimum of a Cert IV in a Community Services related discipline and/or equivalent industry experience A demonstrated commitment to a strengths-based approach in the achievement of a persons goalsAn in-depth knowledge of the disability sector A keen understanding of the NDIS key principlesHighly-developed communication interpersonal and negotiation skills including the ability to work and communicate effectively with clients, their families, community agencies and other professionals.Confident computer, administration and reporting abilitiesAbility to meet deadlines in a high demand work environment and to exercise judgement and initiativeIndependence and proactive learning style and sound problem-solving skillsFull COVID-19 vaccinationA current driver's licenceA NDIS Worker Screening Clearance - NDISWCA current WWCCNDIS Code of Conduct training Certificate
What we offer:Flexible working arrangementsProviding opportunities to grow and developCompetitive salary based on qualifications and experienceSupport and supervisionSupport through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
To join our exciting team - click the Apply button to submit your application!
Applications close on Sunday 8 May 2022, with interviews being held the following week.
Contact [Apply online] for any queries. Applications should be submitted via Seek.com.
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