About the Organisation:

Ark Support Coordination is a values-driven organisation which specialises in providing Specialist Support Coordination to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants and their networks. As a registered NDIS provider, we offer services to NDIS participants with complex needs throughout Western Australia.

About the Role:

Specialist Support Coordination (SSC) is vital for marginalised members of our community to access the full potential of the NDIS, connecting participants to life changing supports, therapies, equipment and services, while supporting people through challenging life events. Ark Support Coordination is the leading provider of Support Coordination in Western Australia. A role with us means you will be surrounded and supported by a compassionate, highly-skilled and fun-loving team. We are looking for full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE) Social Work Graduates (or experienced candidates) to join our Perth team.

Check out what a day in the life of an SSC might look like here: https://www.arksc.org/blog/day-in-the-life-of-a-specialist-support-coordinator

What We're Looking For:

Our newest team member will have:

• Congruent personal and professional values with Ark.
• Experience in coordinating services for individuals with complex psychosocial and disability needs.
• An in-depth understanding of how structural and systemic issues create barriers for individuals with complex needs.
• The ability to work independently, think innovatively and demonstrate initiative.
• Excellent documentation and report writing skills with the ability to communicate complex issues in a coherent and concise way.
• Motivated and dedicated team player who enjoys collaborating, supporting and celebrating success.
• Strong organisational skills including task management, managing competing priorities, and meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.

These criteria are desirable and highly advantageous:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work (preferred) or other allied health (i.e. psychology, occupational therapy) and eligibility for full membership with the relevant industry association (AASW, AHPRA), or similar profession (i.e. criminology)
• Lived experience with a disability or experience caring for someone with a disability.
• We strongly encourage and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Other Essentials:

• Driver's licence
• Working With Children Check
• National Police Clearance
• Right to work in Australia
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or ability to obtain)

Benefits:

• Generous remuneration and allowances, incentives and professional development.
• Supportive environment with strong supervision and opportunities for professional development (well suited for a recently qualified Social Worker)
• Ability to work from home and work flexible days/hours (post-probation). Options for full-time and part-time employment are offered.
• Dynamic and progressive team environment, working with other highly skilled professionals using innovative, evidence-based approaches.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity please email your application with your CV and a cover letter to olivia@arksc.org. If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Olivia on 08 6373 7518 or email olivia@arksc.org.

Ark Support Coordination is an equal opportunity employer.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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