At a Glance
- Tasks: Support people with disabilities to access services and achieve their goals.
- Company: Join a Federal Government agency focused on improving lives for Australians with disabilities.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, career development, and competitive hourly rates.
- Other info: Hybrid work options and opportunities for growth within a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in your community while building strong relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in disability services and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 57200 - 64400 $ per year.
APS5 Local Community Connector - South Hedland
Reasons to Apply - At a Glance Make a meaningful difference by supporting people with disabilities to access services and achieve their goals.
Build strong relationships across community, government, and service providers in a people-focused role.
Enjoy the stability, flexibility, and career development opportunities of a Federal Government position.
Your New Company
Join a Federal Government agency dedicated to improving outcomes for Australians living with disabilities.
Working within local communities, you'll help increase participation, inclusion, and access to essential supports and services.
Your New Role
As a Local Community Connector (LCC), you will support people with disabilities, their families, and carers to access appropriate services and community support.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting participants with access and planning processes.
- Providing information on disability, community, and mainstream supports.
- Developing and monitoring community connection plans.
- Conducting participant check-ins and supporting plan changes where required.
- Building relationships with community organisations and service providers.
- Supporting community engagement activities and local service delivery.
- Maintaining accurate records and completing administrative tasks.
- What You Will Need to Succeed
- Experience in disability, community services, health, human services, or a related field.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and customer service skills.
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and solve problems effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office and client management systems.
- Willingness to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check.
Desirable
- Desirable: Knowledge of the disability sector and person-centred service delivery. Experience in regional, rural, or remote communities.
- The Logistics
- Australian Citizenship required.
- APS4 and APS5 opportunities available.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Travel within local communities may be required.
- Driving licence preferred.
- Community and participant home visits may form part of the role.
- What You’ll Get in Return
- Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of people with disabilities.
- Experience within a large Federal Government agency.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Supportive team environment and career development opportunities.
- Hourly rates of $43.82 + Super (APS4) and $55.24 + Super (APS5).
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Local Community Connector – South Hedland employer: Tom James
As a Participant Support Officer with a Federal Government agency in South Australia, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a meaningful impact in the lives of Australians living with disabilities. The role offers a supportive work culture, competitive pay, and flexible hybrid working arrangements, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development within the public sector.
