Aboriginal Community Care Specialist

6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCare Full time $73,358 - $93,271

Job Overview

The NDIS Care Coordinator role is designed for individuals looking to build a career in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) sector. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital part in assisting participants in navigating their NDIS plans, connecting with services, achieving their goals, and building their capacity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support participants in understanding the basics of their NDIS plans and available supports.
  • Assist in linking participants with appropriate service providers, community resources, and culturally safe supports.
  • Develop simple action plans in collaboration with Support Coordinators, focusing on short-term goals.
  • Provide administrative support, including maintaining case notes and ensuring compliance with policies.
  • Observe and participate in meetings with participants, families, and stakeholders to gain hands-on experience.
  • Develop a strong understanding of culturally safe and person-centred approaches to service delivery.
  • Participate in training and mentoring opportunities to build skills for future career progression.

Requirements

  • Certificate IV or higher qualifications in Health Care, Social Assistance, Community Services, Administration, and/or one year disability/age care experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to record accurate and consistent case notes.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of direction and effectively communicate with and work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
  • Ability to communicate with sensitivity and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
  • Sound knowledge of Microsoft Suite Applications.
  • Current Drivers Licence (QLD).
  • Current National Police Clearance or ability to obtain.
  • Working with Children's Check (Blue Card) or be eligible to apply.
  • Disability Worker Screening (Yellow Card) or be eligible to apply.
  • Willing to travel to our other locations.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Previous experience working with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander clients.
  • Previous experience in working with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
  • Previous experience in case management and coordination activities using a client's information system.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet targets and performance outcomes.

COVID-19 Requirement

Immunisation history showing two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine is encouraged.

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