Support Coordinator
Job No:
SC0422
Location:
Geelong
Gateways is inviting applications from passionate and dedicated Support Coordinators in Geelong and surrounds. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a significant expansion to our already extensive Support Coordination team.
Our Support Coordination is a highly valued and we are known for our responsive, effective, accountable and problem solving expertise. Insights from our Specialist Support Coordinators are highly sought after, we have experienced Team Leaders and Managers with extensive knowledge of the NDIS and lived experienced of disability.
We are seeking Level 5 Support Coordinators for a full time position in the Geelong region on a 12 month fixed term contract.
What we offer:
- Supportive work environment
- Access to EAP (Employment Assistance Program)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Generous salary packaging
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, progressive team
What you will need:
- Valuing attitudes and commitment to people with disabilities and their families
- A high standard of professional integrity and accountability
- A belief in team work and cooperation
- Comprehensive knowledge of disability, community service systems as well as NDIS, legislation, policy and service standards
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- High level IT literacy and administration skills
For more information, please refer to the Position Description or call the Delivery Lead - Advice & Coordination Melanie Snow on 03 5221 2984 during business hours.
When applying, please provide all of the following documents so that we can consider your application for this role.
- An application letter addressing the key selection criteria in the Position Description
- Resume
- Cover letter
- The names of two contactable professional referees, preferably supervisors
- A completed Job Application form available when you follow the Apply Online link below
- Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status
Employment is dependent upon evidence of your application for the NDIS Screening Check (mandatory from 1st Feb 2021).
Visit: https://www.vic.gov.au/ndis-worker-screening-check
You will be required to apply for an NDIS Worker Screening Check. This check includes a national criminal records check, and will cost you $119.40. The check is valid for 5 years.
Staff will need to be fully vaccinated. Limited medical exemptions and proof-of-booking exceptions will apply.
Successful applicants will be required to supply a current Working with Children check for an employee. If you have lived outside of Australia for more than 12 months in the last 10 years, you will be required to supply an international police check from the country where you lived. Employment cannot commence until this check is received and assessed.
Shortlisted applicants will also be required to undertake the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission online Worker Orientation training module called ‘Quality, Safety and You’ prior to attending induction. This is a pre-employment requirement and if not completed, employment will not proceed.
Applications close 5pm 6 April 2022.
Upload your application by following the Apply Online link below and quote the job number SC0422 in your application. Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation email that your application has been received. If you don't receive this confirmation, please try submitting your application again or contact us on 5221 2984.
Gateways reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date of this position. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
Gateways welcome applications from all diverse backgrounds including individuals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+, and individuals with disabilities or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Gateways conduct in house recruitment services for our roles and while we appreciate the interest of recruitment consultants/agencies, we do not wish to be contacted. Thank you.