Community Development Coordinator (LAC) – ACT



Feros Care is proud to partner with the NDIS to deliver Local Area Coordination services in your community.We are looking for an experienced and passionate individual to facilitate and implement a range of innovative and educational activities within the ACT community.This role will see you engaging people with disability and their families, NDIS stakeholder organisations and broader community organisations to help build the capacity of the local community to remove barriers to inclusion; supporting individuals to be self-determining, resourceful and resilient and service providers to be more flexible, responsive and person centred. Some of your key responsibilities will include:Co-ordinate and participate in a range of engagement and capacity building activities including: workshops, information sessions, presentations, expos, festivals, meetings etcImplement and lead comprehensive multi-faceted community engagement and capacity building initiatives which promote diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness together with the engagement and participation of people living with disability who are from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), LGBTI and/or socially disadvantaged backgroundsParticipate in local planning committees to effectively roll out strategic community development and capacity building plansIdentify community needs, service gaps and barriers to access through liaising and consulting with people with disabilities and their families, disability service providers and community organisationsBudget management and the management of casual staff and volunteersAbout You:Have a good understanding of community capacity building modelsExceptional interpersonal skills are a mustHigh level of computer literacyRelevant tertiary qualifications in social sciences, marketing or similar experienceDemonstrated project management and event experienceHighly developed analytical skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work flexible hours, dependant on work requirementsCurrent drivers licenceWho is Feros Care and why would I want to be a part of the team? We are a not-for-profit, people centred organisation dedicated to supporting people to live their BEST LIFE! We have been offering quality care and support services for older Australians since 1990.  We are now very excited to be a part of the NDIS supporting people with disability.At Feros Care, we truly believe that ‘everyone matters’ and actively seek to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people.  Our culture, our core values and the connection we have with the community is driven by our 800 staff members who represent 28 different cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.  We strive to be a leader and advocate for diversity and inclusion. We harness a culture that embraces individual differences in all its glory.What are we offering?This is a fixed term contract up until June 2019Salary packaging (up to $15,899 per annum tax free)Salary sacrificed vehicleAccess to comprehensive health and well-being programsProfessional and personal developmentPositive team culture where everyone mattersTechnology kits including a laptop and smart phoneBeing a part of an award winning, forward thinking and non-traditional company We encourage people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.When successful, you will be required to undertake a criminal records check in accordance with legislation and have the right to work in Australia.A working with children check will be required for all successful candidates as per State Legislation. Feros Care will facilitate this process.If this is the role you have been waiting for and you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you!Please read the attached position description for more detail on this great opportunity!Community Development Coordinator PD 60000 AUD Australia - ACT ACT Canberra 2601