Expressions of Interest – Co-ordinator Positions

Are you passionate about empowering individuals with disability to maintain control of the supports they receive; when, where and how they receive those supports; and from whom they receive those supports?

My Place is seeking interest from committed people who are experienced in disability services to join our team in the Perth metro area. We have fixed term and casual opportunities available, offering flexible working arrangements.

About My Place

My Place is an established not-for-profit provider of individualised and flexible supports to people with disability and their families. My Place supports around 400 people with disability to live in their own homes, or remain in their family home, and become valued and contributing members of their community. My Place does not provide any group home, day centre or other congregate care services.

About the Role

As a Co-ordinator, you will work alongside people with disability, their families and allies to co-ordinate their NDIS supports in an individualised manner. 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 individuals who have:

Essential

• 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
• Demonstrated contemporary attitude and values toward people with disability including promotion of, and adherence to, My Place’s values and service charter (See: www.myplace.org.au).

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).

Why Join Us?

If you’re looking for a role that combines meaningful work, professional growth, and a supportive team environment with a bit of fun along the way, this is the job for you! As part of our team, you will be offered:

• excellent salary package (fixed term)/ hourly rates (casual) with the opportunity to salary sacrifice
• Flexible work arrangements with casual and fixed-term roles available
• a phone and laptop
• 5 weeks' annual leave, 13 weeks long service leave after 7 years together
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The chance to work with an organisation that values individual choice and inclusion

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a positive impact and have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you!

Submit your resume and a cover letter via Seek addressing the above criteria.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] with the subject line ‘EOI - Co-ordinator role’.

Please note: Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship. Appointment salary will be based upon My Place's salary bands, relevant experience and reasonable salary continuance.