NDIS Support Coordinator

NDIS Support Coordinator (Independent Contractor) – Newcastle/Maitland NSW Blue Bay Support Coordination is seeking an experienced NDIS Support Coordinator to join our team as an independent contractor in the Newcastle/Maitland region. If you are looking for a role that offers flexibility, great pay, and a supportive team environment, this might be the perfect opportunity for you.Why Join Blue Bay? (The Opportunity)Flexibility: Work from home with flexible hours, including remote work arrangements and occasional local travel to meet participants as needed. Supportive Team: Join a friendly, experienced team that provides mentorship and administrative support to help you succeed.Great Remuneration: Enjoy a competitive hourly rate for billable hours – $70.34/hour for Level 2 Support Coordination or $140.00/hour for Level 3 (inclusive of superannuation). Manageable Caseloads: Work with a smaller, manageable caseload of participants, allowing you to provide quality support while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Professional Independence: Operate as a subcontractor under Blue Bay’s NDIS registration, while being backed by our established systems. About Blue Bay Support CoordinationBlue Bay Support Coordination is a dedicated team of NDIS professionals focusing solely on Support Coordination and Psychosocial Support services. Our vision is to build authentic connections and work in true partnership with our participants to achieve their goals. We believe all people should have the opportunity to live the life they choose.  Key ResponsibilitiesAs an NDIS Support Coordinator with Blue Bay, you will:Coordinate Participant Supports: Provide person-centered coordination of supports to assist participants in understanding and implementing their NDIS plans and achieving their goals.Capacity Building: Empower participants to build skills and independence by connecting them with appropriate services and community resources.Service Navigation: Liaise with participants’ families, service providers, the NDIA, and other stakeholders to ensure services are arranged and delivered effectively.Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor participant progress, address issues or crises as they arise, and maintain accurate documentation and reports in line with NDIS requirements and Blue Bay’s policies. Continuity of Care: Ensure participants receive continuous support and that their needs are met with consistency and quality service.About You (Selection Criteria)Essential:·      Previous Support Coordination and Sector Experience: Must have at least 1 year of direct experience working as an NDIS Support Coordinator, and experience in the disability, mental health, or community services sector (e.g. NDIS support coordination, case management, allied health services).·      Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in social work, psychology, teaching, allied health, community welfare, or a related field . Min Certificate IV ·      Organizational Skills: Proven ability to set priorities, plan and organise your own workflow, and meet deadlines while working independently.·      Communication: Well-developed communication skills, able to communicate with a wide range of people ·      Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve conflict and handle sensitive or confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.·      Independent Contractor Requirements: Ability to operate as an independent contractor, including having (or willingness to obtain) an ABN and appropriate insurances (professional indemnity/public liability). How to ApplyIf this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!If you believe you meet the above criteria, we encourage you to get in touch for an initial chat before applying. For any enquiries, please contact Anita Mansfield (Director, Blue Bay Support Coordination) at 0417 331 154 or via email at anita@bluebaysupport.com.au.Please send your application via email to admin@bluebaysupport.com.au. Your application should include:A current resume.A brief cover letter addressing each of the above selection criteria (please limit to ~200 words per criterion]Blue Bay Support Coordination is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including people with disabilities, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.