Roper Gulf Regional Council is looking for a dedicated and community-focused Aged Care and Disability Coordinator to oversee the delivery of aged care and NDIS services at Mataranka .

About the Role

As the Aged Care and Disability Coordinator, you will work closely with community teams and the Aged Care and Disability Manager to ensure high-quality, culturally appropriate services are delivered to clients under the CHSP, HCP, and NDIS programs.

You will be responsible for coordinating staffing, resources, reporting, and compliance requirements while supporting the wellbeing of vulnerable clients and mentoring frontline staff. This position also plays a key role in promoting continuous improvement and supporting the strategic growth of services .

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee aged care and NDIS services across multiple communities

Support local teams and ensure service continuity, quality, and compliance

Manage client files, budgets, equipment, and staffing levels

Assist in service planning, resource management, and program reporting

Maintain accurate documentation in systems such as PRODA, MAC, SharePoint, and others

Work collaboratively across departments and support community engagement

Ensure facilities and food preparation services comply with required standards

Support recruitment, training, and performance management processes for service staff

What We're Looking For

Tertiary qualification in Social Sciences, Aged Care, Health, Nursing, or similar

Experience coordinating aged care/disability programs or working with vulnerable populations

Understanding of First Nations cultures and experience working in remote or cross-cultural settings

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Knowledge of case management and care planning

Competency in Microsoft Office and online service portals (e.g. Medicare, PRODA)

Salary & Benefits

Base Salary: $86,864 – $95,537 per annum (depending on experience)

Subsidised Accommodation

Relocation Assistance

Remote Area Allowance

Leave Entitlements: 6 weeks annual leave + 10 days personal/sick leave

Professional Development: Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities

Salary Sacrifice Options: Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following documents:

A current Resume

A Cover Letter

A detailed response to the Selection Criteria outlined in the position description .

Submit your application via the following link:
https://ropergulf.nt.gov.au/jobs/job-vacancies

Download POSITION DESCRIPTION

Applications close: Sunday, 22 June 2025