• 12-month contract, possibility of extension
• Brisbane CBD location
• Contractor benefits through Talent, join the family today

About the company:

Our client is an independent statutory agency that is responsible for implementing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which will support a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. This role will see you join an organisation that values a positive contemporary attitude to disability.

About the role:
Your main duties and responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

• Gathering information from participants and planning partners over the phone or in person, to enable high-quality planning and evidence-based decision-making.
• Make funding decisions in relation to participant plans in alignment with relevant policies, practice guidance and legislation.
• Working closely with participants and their representatives to identify current and future supports, and informal, mainstream and community support options to achieve plan outcomes.
• Liaising with key stakeholders including Partners in the Community to deliver services to participants.
• Resolving issues and complaints in relation to participant plans.
• Completing administrative and data entry tasks relating to participants.
• Contributing to the achievement of key performance indicators, including planning targets.

Skills and experience required:

• Employment experience in a similar Planner, Support Coordinator, Local Area Coordinator, Disability Employment Consultant, or similar required.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments with strict deadlines.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about working within the disability sector and positively improving the lives of individuals and their families.
• As part of the eligibility and suitability requirement, only Australian Citizens need to apply
• Willingness to undertake pre-employment checks, including National Criminal History Check upon successful appointment

If this sounds like you, we can't wait to hear from you! Express your interest and suitability via the 'Apply Now' function.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate, aligned with APS4 banding.
• Flexible working arrangements on offer.
• Rewarding career and working environment, with career development opportunities.
• Contractor benefits through Talent, join the family today!
• Tailored support throughout the whole process and beyond by your experienced Recruitment Partner.

If you would like more information about this role, or wish to have a confidential discussion about your career aspirations, please contact Steph Rose today (07) 3031 4500 // [email protected].

Applications close Tuesday, 1st April.