Support Coordinator
Location: Remote
Remuneration: hourly rate + superannuation + travel allowance
About Blue Iris Support Services:
Blue Iris Support Services are a family-owned, NDIS-registered provider specialising in complex mental health care. Blue Iris has offices in Ipswich, Toowoomba, and Morayfield, and is focused on providing exceptional care to our participants. Blue Iris strives to empower people with disabilities to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.
The Role:
Blue Iris is seeking a passionate NDIS Support Coordinator with experience in the mental health space.
Blue Iris is a NDIS registered organisation who pride themselves in working alongside individuals on their journey.
We are seeking an experienced Support Coordinator with an understanding of the role, a passion for the mental health sector, knowledge around NDIS/NDIA processes. This role may also be suitable to those who are in the late stages of completing a relevant qualification.
Acceptable tertiary qualifications include Mental Health, Disability Studies, Community Services, Psychology, Social Work, or any bachelor degree in a related field.
Candidates currently studying their qualification are eligible to apply if they are in the late stages of completion.
All work equipment for remote roles is provided such as laptop, Mobile phone and Travel allowance.
About the Team:
Our highly regarded Support Coordination team is known for its person-centered and human rights-focused approach. We foster collaboration, support, and continuous improvement, ensuring team members thrive in this challenging yet rewarding industry.
Essential Criteria:
• Experience as a Support Coordinator with current experience supporting participants with psychosocial disability and dual diagnosis.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Support Coordinator is required.
• NDIS Worker Clearance, Blue Card, First Aid and CPR, and NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.
• Strong knowledge of the NDIS guidelines, community services, and applicable legislation.
• Provide specialized support to individuals with complex mental health and behavioural challenges.
• Advocate for participants, ensuring they have access to the right services and support.
• Support participants in developing skills, independence, and resilience.
• Excellent communication, rapport-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Financial literacy to manage participant budgets.
• Reliable transport and sound administrative/IT skills.
• Resilient, empathetic, culturally sensitive, and a team player.
