Specialist Support Coordinator (NDIS)

About the role

The Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service (OVAHS) is looking for a full-time Specialist Support Coordinator to join its team in Kununurra, Western Australia. The role empowers Aboriginal people across the North-East Kimberley to reach their NDIS goals and access the supports they need. You will design, implement and monitor complex service plans across health, justice, housing and disability sectors, and help participants build the capacity to self-manage their supports.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and monitor complex service plans across health, justice, housing and disability sectors
• Build participants' capacity to self-manage supports and promote independence and choice
• Deliver culturally safe, person-centred care and reduce barriers to care
• Manage crises and build each participant's long-term capacity to lead their own support network
• Foster networks across the disability and health sectors so participants are connected with quality supports

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health, Nursing or a related discipline
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience managing complex cases in high-intensity community, disability or health services
• Experience in disability support, intensive case management or related areas
• Experience in Aboriginal communities or an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation is highly regarded
• Resilient, adaptable and able to build trust with the local community in a remote setting

Required skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to coordinate services and navigate complex support systems
• Understanding of the NDIS, person-centred practice and community-based service delivery
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote Aboriginal health context

What we offer

• Base wage of $109,302.44 - $126,282.21 per annum pro rata, depending on qualifications and experience, plus superannuation
• 5 weeks annual leave and additional paid leave around the year-end closure
• Flight allowance of $1,800 after 12 months of continuous service, pro rata
• Accommodation allowance of $6,240 per annum pro rata
• Sociable hours (Monday to Friday office hours)
• Salary packaging

To apply, submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, a current resume and at least two referees (ideally including the most recent supervisor).