Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Lac

Annual Salary + Super + Salary Packaging and other benefits
- Comprehensive new starter orientation program and ongoing training option
- Work with a passionate and innovative team of game changers

We're Feros Care. What we care about most is helping people live bolder lives - and that includes our team members.

We're proud to work in partnership with the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) to deliver Local Area Coordination Services in Townsville, Mackay, Tweed Heads, Gawler, Barossa and ACT.

**This role is located in our Canberra office**

**What you'll be doing in this role**:
As a Local Area Coordinator, you will be the heartbeat of the NDIA in your local community. Using your people skills, ability to multitask and move with changes rapidly to assist participants to be linked to and navigate the NDIS. You will guide participants in their options to make informed choices while gathering information for the development of their NDIS plans to help further build capacity. LACs also support NDIS participants in exploring ways to achieve their goals and help them understand how the funding in their plan works.

**Your work will include**:

- Assisting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families, carers and broader communities to access relevant information about the NDIS and assist with enquiries about the scheme
- Assisting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants to develop a plan which includes their goals, needs and wishes
- Assisting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people deemed not eligible for the NDIS scheme, their families, and carers with information linkages and supports to utilise natural supports and connect with their community
- Building and maintaining positive partnerships within the wider community to refer participants to a diverse range of community and other government services.
- Develop strong community partnerships that support capacity building to make communities more accessible and inclusive.

**What we're looking for**:

- Someone who identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and cultures
- Someone who has lived experience and/or experience caring for someone with a You'll be adaptable, empathetic, and resourceful and be able to live by our values every day
- Our values are not just words on a wall. They are unique to us and underpin our much bolder vision and aspirations for **YOU **- our clients, residents, participants, customers, and staff.
- ** Game Changers - **We think outside the box and like to explore new ways of doing things. We constantly seek new learning, looking for new opportunities and improvements at every turn.
- ** Culture Shapers -** We need each other to thrive, survive, grow, and be the best version of ourselves. We show our true strength when we collaborate, embrace our diversity, and support one another.
- ** Dream Makers -** Our mission is to truly understand what is important to our clients, to create and deliver an experience that goes above and beyond expectations.
- ** Vibrant Creators -** We are passionate about having fun at work and bringing play into all that we do. We approach work with a positive attitude and energy that is contagious.
- ** Kindness Champions -** We hold kindness at the heart of everything we do. We are generous in sharing knowledge, compassionate in our interactions, open and honest in conversations, and always prioritise supporting our clients and colleagues.

**What we can do for you**:

- Non-for-profit Salary Packaging (up to the value of $15,899 per annum tax free) and Meal and Entertainment Packaging (up to the value of $2650 per annum tax free) (Part time and Full time employees)
- Extensive discounts available on everyday purchases, financial tips and services, wellbeing and wellness programs through our ForME platform
- Extensive training, development, and career opportunities (we will support you to complete additional relevant qualifications and certificates)
- Private Health Insurance Discount (Medibank)
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- All technology / equipment provided
- Dedicated, supportive managers who care about your wellbeing
- Opportunity to join and be supported by the Yarn'n Circle (First Nations Staff Network).

**About our culture**:
As a not-for-profit, you can rest assured knowing that we're always giving right back to those who need it most.

We're also highly invested in the safety of our team members everything from through COVID safe practices to SOS messaging to support our mobile workforce.

Feros Care acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of this land on which we work.