We invite applications from Local Area Coordination professionals to join our team on a full-time basis based in Nowra, Shellharbour, or Wollongong in the Illawarra Shoalhaven region.

We strongly encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We value lived experience and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Full-Time Permanent opportunities (38 hours per week - Monday to Friday)Work-from-home flexibility of 2 days per weekStarting from SCHADS 401 $88,090 per year plus Salary packaging up to $18,550 plus Super

What You’ll Be Doing In This Role

As a Local Area Coordinator, you would be using your people skills, ability to multitask and move with changes rapidly to assist participants to be linked to and navigate the NDIS. You will guide participants in their options to make informed choices while gathering information for the development of their NDIS plans to help further build capacity. LACs also support NDIS participants in exploring ways to achieve their goals and help them understand how the funding in their plan works

Your Work Will Include

Supporting people with disabilities, their families and carers by providing linkage and referrals to community and Mainstream Services and/or services funded by the NDIA’s Grant programsWith hands-on NDIS and Uniting training, you will develop a thorough understanding of how to best support NDIS participants through the various stages of their pathway Undertake other duties as requested by the Service Area Leadership Team consistent with the general nature and responsibilities of the position

Who We’re Looking For

Someone with great people skills, customer service, excellent communication and time management skills.Background with Disability, understanding of a Local Area Coordinator and NDIS knowledge.Successfully manage multiple responsibilities or experience with high KPI-driven work or targets or caseloads with efficiency and meet service delivery deadlines.You’ll be adaptable, empathetic, and resourceful and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

Even Better

Someone who has lived experience and/or experience caring for someone with a disability

What We Offer You

Tax-free salary packaging entitlements of up to $15,900 per year (visit https://accesspay.com.au/ for more information).Tax-free salary packaged meal & entertainment card of up to $2,650 per year$500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.Flexible work arrangementsPaid travel entitlementsRDOs (Rostered Day Off)Staff discounts and cash backs programs with major retailersHands on training, career development and mentoring with a leading provider

How To Apply

If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including individuals living with disabilities, those with lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and members of CALD communities.

Further information on the role can be found in the: Local Area Coordinator Position Description.pdf

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist, Sarah via stabu@uniting.org

What To Expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

A National Police CheckReference checksWorking with Children CheckNDIS Working CheckOther pre-employment screenings

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, well-being and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve