VALMAR SUPPORT SERVICES

POSITION: Coordinator – Group Support Accommodation x 4

SERVICE AREA: Supported Independent Living

LOCATION: Canberra ACT

Valmar Support Services is a Not-for-Profit Organisation which thrives in providing high quality support services to people with disabilities, aged care services, community transport and supported employment.

Valmar Support Services has a current vacancy for four (4) permanent full-time Coordinators in our High Support Supported Living services. This position will provide a rewarding and challenging career move for those applicants who are seeking to exercise leadership in the provision of these services.

Join us in making meaningful difference in the lives of those we support.

Summary of role:

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

The day-to-day running of the residential service, encompassing the direction and rostering of staff,

Arranging and responding to Person Centred Plans (PCPs) for clients,

Liaising and negotiating with families, the coordinators of other services within Valmar, the Community Visitor,

Ensuring that the residential services operate within procedural and budgetary guidelines.

Tracking and reporting all NDIS activity and all other billable activities.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Accommodation Services Manager

About you:

Hold appropriate post-secondary qualifications, Certificate IV or Diploma.

Ability to work shifts on a 24/7 basis

Experience or ability to work with clients with complex medical or physical needs, dual diagnosis, autism or Down syndrome.

Experience or ability to work with adults with disabilities in their own home environment within the community.

Have a positive commitment to improving the life options for people with disabilities including community engagement.

Possess behaviour management skills and training.

Possess high level written and spoken communication skills

Ability to undertake complex problem resolution in relation to staff and program delivery.

Have proven staff management and demonstrated financial management skills.

Have an understanding of, and willingness to work to health and safety guidelines.

Have well-developed computer skills in Word, Excel, internet, and electronic mail.

Hold a current Australian Drivers Licence and all relevant Covid-19 vaccinations.

Have or willingness to obtain First Aid Certificate, a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

We Offer:

A competitive salary of between $44.37 - $47.74 plus penalties.

A fully maintained motor vehicle.

Not for Profit salary packaging.

Supportive and inclusive workplace

Ongoing paid training and development opportunities

Positive and collaborative team environment

Further Information:

If you would like further information on this position, please contact the Service Manager, Sufia via email at: [email protected]

Is this a Career Opportunity for you

If you are looking at stepping up your career with a progressive and growing organisation, please apply now with your resume and cover letter addressing the criteria. Interested applicants should visit the Valmar website, www.valmar.com.au/careers, refer to the Essential Selection Criteria in the Application Guide; download and complete the Application for Employment Form and submit this form with a statement addressing the Selection Criteria and a recent Resume/CV to:

Zeinab Hassanzadeh

Human Resources Coordinator

[email protected]

Applications Close: Monday, 12 May 2025 at 5:00 pm