Empowering Lives through Community Support Specialist

1 week ago


Mackay, Queensland, Australia Feros Care Full time
About the Role

As a Community Support Specialist with Feros Care, you will be at the forefront of empowering individuals with disabilities to live bold and independent lives. Working closely with people with disabilities and their families, you will play a vital role in helping them navigate the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position that offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community.

About Our Work

We deliver Local Area Coordination Services across various regions, including Townsville, Mackay, Tweed Heads, Northern Adelaide, Barossa, and the ACT. As a key member of our team, you will work collaboratively with us to support individuals with disabilities to develop personalized plans that cater to their strengths, skills, and interests.

You will provide guidance and assistance to help individuals build capacity, explore options for self-direction, self-management, and self-advocacy. Additionally, you will facilitate access to mainstream services and promote community participation.

Your expertise will also involve building strong partnerships within the community to refer participants to diverse service providers and enhance accessibility and inclusivity.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary package, estimated to be around $65,000 - $75,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition, you will enjoy extensive discounts on everyday purchases, financial tips, wellbeing and wellness programs, and more through our ForME platform.

Apart from these benefits, you will receive private health insurance discounts, an employee referral program, an employee assistance program (EAP), paid parental leave, and all necessary technology and equipment provided.

Our Culture

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities. If you share our passion for empowering individuals with disabilities and contributing to a compassionate community, we encourage you to apply.



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