What is the In-home and Community Program Coordinator:

The Coordinator is responsible for the implementation and daily operations of our In home and Community Support programs in Wagga Wagga. This full time role will have a strong emphasis on providing practice leadership to staff, fostering open communication and a strong organisational culture. 

Your day will include (but not be limited to):

• Supporting and promoting the individual needs of our customers to maximise their goals
• Leading, managing and supporting a team of staff working in centre based and community settings.
• Supporting customers with complex support needs and behaviours of concern through their identified plan goals.
• Working with people aged 0 – 65 who have complex support needs using a customer-centred approach.
• Budget preparation and monitoring of financial systems to maximise value of the programs.
• Networking with external providers including Allied Health, LACs and the NDIA.
• Well-developed time management skills and ability to prioritise workload against competing demands.

What are we looking for from the successful person:

• In-depth knowledge of the disability sector including NDIS plans and funding.
• Energetic and solutions-focused attitude
• Well-developed time management skills and ability to prioritise workload against competing demands.
• A current driver’s licence.
• A current first aid and CPR certificates (or willingness to obtain)
• A NSW Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• NDIS Worker Check
• Computer literacy, in particular proficiency with Microsoft programs.
• Tertiary qualification in Social Science, Disability, Recreation or other relevant professional field is highly desirable.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions and adapt to the role

Why work for us?

We don’t just focus on the bottom line. Our passion is to support people with disability to live the life that they choose. As a large not-for-profit organisation we offer an inclusive culture as well as the below benefits:

• We are a leading disability services provider in NSW and the ACT, providing services and support for people with disabilities, their families and carers.
• You will have your contribution valued and to have opportunities to grow your career with us.
• A family-friendly workplace is offered and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
• Supportive and dedicated management team whose members are prepared to listen and respond 

For all enquiries outside this ad, please email Linda Ward at linda.ward@northcott.com.au. We will be actively shortlisting and interviewing for this role so please doesn’t hesitate to apply.

Closing date for applications will be: COB 19 March 2021 
Northcott is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited agency resumes or applications.

When applying internally, Northcott employees are required to notify their Manager and should be aware that their Manager may be asked to endorse their application.