About Somerville Community Services
Somerville is a non-government, not for profit, community-based organisation providing disability services in the Northern Territory. We employ over 350 people, fostering a positive workplace culture of kindness, inclusion, and generosity. Our mission is to positively impact the dignity and quality of life of people affected by social and economic disadvantage.
About the Role
The Independent Living Coordinator will lead a team of Disability Support Workers (DSW's) and Team Leaders to deliver high-quality services to NDIS participants, meeting their needs and expectations. These services must align with organisational, service, and individual participant goals.
Core duties include:
* Supporting participant expectations, tracking feedback, and implementing positive changes.
* Supporting NDIS participants to build capacity to coordinate their NDIS plans, negotiate appropriate support and services.
* Working with the Manager Supported Independent Living to onboard new SIL Participants, consulting with internal and external key personnel to ensure a positive Participant experience.
* Coordinating daily operations across allocated SIL houses, including Community Access & Irregular supports.
* Ensuring support workers and team leaders are trained to complete all duties as required and establish a process for effective Participant support in accordance with Schedule of Supports or Individual Care Plan.
Essential Criteria
- Demonstrated ability to manage the delivery of services to participants and exceed participant service expectations.
- Financial skills including budgeting and monitoring performance.
- Demonstrated experience with and/or knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks.
- Demonstrated understanding of contemporary theoretical and practice frameworks in an area of service delivery.
- Demonstrated experience in applying human resource management strategies with strong leadership skills and
- Demonstrated experience in managing a small/medium team.
- Ability to implement change and improvements to work practices.
Desirable Criteria
- Tertiary qualification in business, human services, or other relevant field or equivalent experience.
- Previous experience in the not-for-profit sector or a demonstrated appreciation and understanding of community-based organisations.
Employment Requirements
1. Current Northern Territory Driver's License.
2. Current National Criminal History Check.
3. Working with Children Clearance (NT Ochre Card).
4. NDIS Worker Screening.
5. First Aid Certificate.
6. Vaccinations - COVID-19, Influenza.
Culture and Benefits
* 5 Weeks Annual Leave.
* Salary packaging benefits to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free.
* A focus on employee well-being, with regular supervision opportunities.
* Access to training and learning opportunities.
* An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
We value our employees' contributions and provide opportunities for growth and recognition. If you're ambitious and looking for a challenging role, we encourage you to apply now.