Manager NDIS & Community Living Programs

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Social Science, Allied Health or Nursing;
• Experience in NDIS and in working with people with a disability;
• Experience in NDIS Support Coordination;
• Experience in managing a multi-disciplinary team and in providing leadership and supervision;
• Experienced in managing budgets;
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and its implications for clients;
• Knowledge of WH&S principles;
• Experienced in developing and implementing and managing systems;
• Demonstrate a high level of written and spoken communication skills;
• Experienced in engaging and consulting with a range of stakeholders including Families, service users and NDIS;
• Current First Aid Certificate;
• Current drivers’ licence;
• Intermediate to Advanced IT skills in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products (Outlook, Excel, Word;
• Participate in on call roster, approximately every 8 weeks.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge, sensitivity and an understanding of Jewish values, heritage and culture;
• Understanding of restricted practices and incident reporting.

Please address the above criteria in your Cover Letter and CV.

Why apply?

You will have the opportunity to work for a supportive and growing organisation with a person-centred approach to providing services and have the chance to make a difference in our clients’ lives. Full time and Part time employees are also be eligible for NFP salary packaging options, which can increase your take home pay. JewishCare is an EEO Employer committed to the principles of cultural diversity and gender equality. We offer a family friendly flexible workplace, ongoing learning and development opportunities.

About Us

JewishCare has been the major provider of services to the Jewish community in Sydney for over 80 years. In order to achieve our mission of supporting and strengthening the resilience and independence of our community, we offer assistance in the areas of Child and Family Services, Mental Health Programs, Disability Services and Community Aged Services. We are passionate about the work that we do and believe that our staff are our most important asset in providing the best care and support to the vulnerable.

***Please note that all shortlisted applicants for this position will be asked to consent to NDIS Worker Check, please visit  https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/ndiswc for more information.