01 Aug
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MY PLACE GROUP
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Bunbury
01 Aug
MY PLACE GROUP
Bunbury
My Place is seeking a passionate individual who is experienced in disability services to join our team as a Co-ordinator in the
Southwest region
(Bunbury, Busselton, Dunsborough, Margaret River and surrounds)
.
The role is offered on a
full time
basis, 38 hours per week.
About My Place
My Place is an established for-purpose provider of individualised and flexible supports for people with disability and their families. We empower around 400 individuals to live independently in their own homes or with their families, promoting their growth as valued and contributing members of the community. Importantly, we do not operate group homes, day centres, or other congregate care services.
As part of our team, you will be offered:
excellent salary package with the prospect to salary sacrifice
9-day fortnight
flexibility for family commitments,
a phone and laptop, and motor vehicle options
5 weeks of annual leave, and 13 weeks of long service leave after 7 years.
Employee health and wellbeing benefits.
A vehicle option
About the Role
In the role of Co-ordinator, you will work alongside people with disability, their families and allies to co-ordinate their NDIS supports in an individualised manner. The Co-ordinator will be responsible for supporting My Place Consumers to engage and manage appropriate supports. Whilst this work is primarily community based, the successful applicant will be required to work from their home office in the Southwest, some travel to our Perth office is required from time to time.
Key responsibilities include:
Meeting with individuals and their families to assess their support needs and goals
Providing pre- and post-NDIS planning support to assist individuals in navigating their funding
Developing and maintaining individual support plans and ensuring they remain current
Supervising, supporting, and managing Personal Assistants, Homesharers, and Co-residents
Ensuring all services comply with My Place policies, procedures, and relevant funding requirements
Advocating for individuals and intervening when necessary to ensure their needs are met
Conducting regular check-ins and a formal annual review of direct care funding allocations
Managing administrative tasks such as payroll, funding claims, and budgeting
Identifying opportunities to enhance the quality of life of individuals through community participation and tailored support
Ensuring compliance with Workplace Health & Safety (WH&S;) policies and training support staff as needed
About You
We are looking for an individual who has the following experience and qualities;
Essential
Demonstrated contemporary attitude and values toward people with disability including promotion of, and adherence to, My Place's values and service charter (See:
).
Experience in disability, community or social services, or a related field
Experience in contemporary and innovative service design for individuals, and the implementation and ongoing management of individual support arrangements including funding and budgets.
Demonstrated knowledge of the NDIS, within an individualised service approach including a clear understanding of NDIS practice standards, Quality and Safeguarding requirements and Incident and Risk management
Competent in the use of standard computer packages and information technologies.
Ability to work autonomously from a home office or in the community.
Organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities
Desirable
Previous experience in supporting individuals to engage and manage their own supports.
Knowledge of and/or experience in planning, claiming and review processes within an NDIA environment.
Confident in supervising and mentoring support staff
Qualifications and clearances
Possess a current Drivers Licence
NDIS Worker Screening Check (NB: if a Check is not held by you, then we can provide the forms for you to obtain a Check before the role commences).
Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module (NB: If not done, the Module may be completed prior to the role commencing).
How to Apply
To apply for the role, please submit the following with your application:
Your CV/Resume
A cover letter outlining your interest in the role
You must include
a brief response to each of the key selection criteria outlined above including your qualifications, experience and clearances.
Closing date
for applications is
14 August ****.
For a copy of the Job Description please email
******
with the subject line
'SW Co-ordinator Position'
Please note:
Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia/New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.
📌 Co-Ordinator (Bunbury)
🏢 MY PLACE GROUP
📍 Bunbury