Job Description

Support Coordinator – Maternity Leave Contract

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APD Mental Health Support Services is seeking an experienced and compassionate NDIS Support Coordinator to join our team on a maternity leave contract.

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This position is expected to commence 12/10/26 and will initially be offered for approximately 6-12 months, with the possibility of ongoing work following the contract period.

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APD Mental Health Support Services
n Albury–Wodonga | Flexible schedule | Potential for ongoing employment

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APD Mental Health Support Services is seeking an experienced and compassionate NDIS Support Coordinator to join our team on a maternity leave contract.

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This position is expected to commence 12/10/26 and will initially be offered for approximately 6-12 months, with the possibility of ongoing work following the contract period.

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About APD

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APD Mental Health Support Services is a locally owned organisation supporting people with psychosocial and other disabilities throughout the Albury–Wodonga region. We pride ourselves on providing genuine, person-centred support and building strong, respectful relationships with our participants and their support networks.

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About the role

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The successful applicant will manage a varied caseload and assist participants to understand and implement their NDIS plans, connect with suitable services and work towards their individual goals.

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Key responsibilities will include:

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- Developing trusting and professional relationships with participants
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- Supporting participants to understand and make effective use of their NDIS plans
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- Connecting participants with appropriate mainstream, community and funded supports
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- Coordinating services and communicating with families, providers and other stakeholders
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- Monitoring participant budgets and service agreements
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- Preparing progress reports, change-of-situation requests and supporting documentation
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- Assisting participants with plan reassessments and navigating NDIS processes
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- Identifying and responding appropriately to risks, gaps in support and crisis situations
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- Maintaining accurate, timely and confidential case notes and records
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- Working collaboratively with the APD team while managing your caseload independently
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About you

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We are looking for someone who is organised, approachable and genuinely committed to advocating for people with disability.

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The ideal applicant will have:

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- Previous experience in NDIS Support Coordination
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- A sound understanding of the NDS, participant plans and relevant reporting requirements
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- Experience supporting people with psychosocial disability and complex needs
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- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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- Excellent organisation, time-management and problem-solving abilities
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- Confidence communicating with participants, families, providers and government agencies
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- The ability to work both independently and as part of a supportive team
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- A person-centred, trauma-informed and recovery-focused approach
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Essential requirements

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- Relevant qualification in community services, mental health, disability, social work or a related field
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- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
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- Current Working with Children Check
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- Current First Aid and CPR certification
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- Current Australian driver's licence
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- Reliable, insured vehicle
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- Australian working rights
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What we offer

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- A friendly, supportive and down-to-earth workplace
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- Flexible working arrangements
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- A thorough handover and ongoing support
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- Meaningful work with an established participant base
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- The possibility of ongoing employment after the maternity leave contract
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📌 Support Coordinator - Maternity Leave Contract (Wodonga)
🏢 APD Mental Health Support
📍 Wodonga