Partner in the Community Pathway Coordinator

Baptcare • Mowbray, TN

2d

About The Position

The Partner in the Community (PITC) Pathway Coordinator provides holistic
guidance, support and advice to people living with a disability and their
families, assisting them with navigating the National Disability Insurance
Scheme (NDIS) as well as connecting them in with other supports that may be
available in their community.

Requirements

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
• Must have a Current valid motor vehicle license
• Must have a Current Working with Vulnerable People check or willingness to obtain
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, support and advice to customers and assist them with navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Access Pathway and NDIS Participant plans
• Support customers to complete and submit documents that meet requirements for Scheme Access Requests
• Refer individuals to the appropriate Local Area Coordinator (LAC) or Early Childhood (EC) Teams once the necessary documentation has been provided
• Maintain asset maps and ensure community connections are in place for individuals aged 9 years and over
• Build Community Connections Plans as required
• Work collaboratively across the multi-disciplinary EC teams to ensure the entire Early Childhood pathway is managed smoothly for children under 9 years of age
• Utilise the Towards Inclusion Framework (TIF) to build individual and family capacity to clarify their goals, exercise choice and control and to participate in the community
• Ensure the timely provision of information, and linkages to mainstream services for participants and non-participants
• Respond to all incoming calls and general inquiries that come through via the 1800 number and emails sent to the Baptcare team inboxes
• Support customers to complete and submit documents that meet requirements for Scheme Access Requests
• Follow all confidentiality, privacy and conflict of interest policies and procedures
• Consistently work within relevant standards and legislation including but not limited to: The NDIS Act 2013 and associated rules Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 (Vic) Children, Young Persons, and Their Families Act 2009 (Tas) Child Safe Standards (Vic, but applicable to Tas) Carer Recognition Act 2010 (Cwlth) and 2012 (Vic) Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 (SA)
• Provide information and support on the NDIS to people with disability, their families, and the community.
• Contribute to a positive team environment within Baptcare
• Undertake other relevant duties as required
• Report WHS hazards, injuries, and incidents (including near misses)
• Act responsibly to protect your safety and the safety of others
• Participate in and contribute to WHS improvement activities including inspections, audits, and other review activities
• Ensure tools, equipment, PPE, and clothing are in a safe condition before use and report/fix any defects as appropriate
• Actively participate in rehabilitation and return to work activities following any work-related injury
• Comply with responsibilities under the WHS Management System and any reasonable instructions, including during emergency situations
• Ensure any incidents you encounter are reported, supporting any investigations and the implementation of preventative measures

Benefits

• A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.
• Access to confidential counselling and support services.
• Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees