ABOUT US

WeSupportU is a registered National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Service Provider established in 2018, servicing Bayside and Peninsula Melbourne. From a few dedicated local health workers believing they could do the NDIS differently, WeSupportU now employs more than 50 multi-disciplinary team members. WeSupportU is dedicated to the social inclusion of young people, adults and families living with disability.

At WeSupportU, we provide high impact, evidence-based interventions in a coordinated and flexible approach that values the voice of all our participants. WeSupportU is committed to the elimination of restrictive practice and works to enhance agency and self-determination for NDIS participants.

ABOUT THE ROLE

WeSupportU’s Specialist Support Coordinator and Psychosocial Recovery Coaches support a dual case load of Specialist Support Coordination and Psychosocial Recovery Coaching participants.

The Specialist Support Coordinator component provides comprehensive support coordination to participants with complex needs, behaviours of concern, medical needs, or other high-risk circumstances; and works with participants to resolve points of crisis, assist in risk management and provide informed choice and decision making as the interface with mainstream and community services ensuring high quality service integration. The Psychosocial Recovery Coaching component focuses on providing specialised capacity building supports to people with a psychosocial disability, through strong and respectful relationships and skilled coaching.

Specialist Support Coordinator and Psychosocial Recovery Coach utilise their qualified expertise, knowledge and experience to guide staff and lead the delivery of innovative and person-centred supports.

Full-time, Part-time, Casual considered.

Attendance at the office (Cheltenham and/or Frankston locations) is required however there are options to work a hybrid model following induction.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE YOU WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing/Health Sciences or equivalent discipline; combined with or including relevant qualifications of a Certificate IV in Mental Health or Mental Health Peer Work or equivalent training

Current membership or practicing eligibility to join relevant regulatory body to your degree (eg. AASW, AHPRA)

A minimum two years of experience in related field of practice

Demonstrated experience in providing case management, case coordination and risk management to individuals with complex support needs

Genuine interest and passion for working with people with a disability

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

A working knowledge of the NDIS, and experience in working with participants to

achieve their goals in line with their NDIS plan

A commitment to evidence-based assessment and intervention approaches

Willingness to undertake ongoing training relevant to the position

Effective collaboration and team membership to support implementation of strategies and plans

The ability to manage challenging situations

Computer literacy in Word, Excel, client databases and the Internet

Ability and willingness to travel within the Greater Metropolitan area

Other relevant Information

The incumbent must hold work rights to hold a permanent full-time position in Australia

A current Victorian drivers’ licence, own vehicle and willingness to travel throughout greater Melbourne is required

This role requires satisfactory pre-employment compliance evidence including Working with Children Check, Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening and evidence of Covid 19 vaccination

The incumbent is required to participate in the annual Goals and Performance Review program

Pay and award

Specialist Support Coordinators are employed under the Social Community Home Care and Disability Support (SCHADS) Award, Level 5. Pay point is dependent on qualifications and industry experience. At the end of each 12 months of continuous employment, an employee will be eligible for progression from one pay point to the next within a level, if the employee has demonstrated competency and satisfactory performance over 12 months.

WeSupportU Policy and Procedures

All WeSupportU employees are expected to be familiar with and adhere to WeSupportU Policies and Procedures and be screened through the NDIS worker Screening Check.

WeSupportU is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all employment practices within our organisation, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits and training. WeSupportU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

For any queries or to receive a copy of the position description, please contact Claire Vaughan HR Advisor on 0414 960 155 or [email protected]

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter.