At a Glance
- Tasks: Help local participants navigate their NDIS plans and coordinate essential supports.
- Company: Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative focused on positive ageing and disability services.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, competitive pay, professional development, and support for your career growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy flexible working conditions.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in relevant fields and experience supporting people with disabilities.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative – Positive Ageing & Disability Services now has the following vacancy at our Shepparton Office.
This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
About the Role
As Support Coordinator, you will help local participants understand and put their NDIS plans into action. You will work alongside participants, service providers and allied health professionals to coordinate the right supports. Using a person-centred and coaching approach, you will manage a caseload and help participants set goals, build skills, and exercise choice and control in line with their NDIS plans.
About You
- A tertiary qualification in Aged Care, Community Services, Case Management or a related field.
- Experience supporting people with disability, frail older people and their carers in the community.
- A working knowledge of the NDIS, including reasonable and necessary supports, support coordination and brokerage service models.
- An understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and computer skills, including experience using electronic client management systems such as Community Connect.
- The initiative to work independently and contribute effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
What We Offer:
- Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
- Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award - L3PP1 to L4PP1 (Depending on experience and qualifications).
- Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC Day, annual CPI-based Award wage increases where applicable, and relocation assistance where applicable.
- Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
- Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
- Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
- Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
Pre-employment Requirements
The successful applicant will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, Victorian Driver Licence, and Confirmation of Aboriginality.
Applications Close: Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
This is an "Indigenous Only" role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010, Section 12.
Support Coordinator employer: Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative
Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a culturally safe and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. Located in Mooroopna, we offer competitive pay, generous salary packaging, and numerous professional development opportunities, ensuring our team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our supportive work culture, access to resources like the Employee Assistance Program, and incentives that celebrate cultural events and achievements.
Contact Details:
Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative Recruitment Team
