IFS Specialist Disability Practitioner
IFS Specialist Disability Practitioner
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Job Description
- Support vulnerable children young people & their families with disabilities
- Join a dedicated team in Horsham making a positive impact on the community
- SCHADS Level 4 salary packaging max term full time until 30 June 2026 based
Your new role
In this role you will work with vulnerable families with complex disabilities and support needs whilst working with other service providers and support networks to enhance relationships parenting skills and overall wellbeing and safety of children within the families.
The role will draw upon the broader family services sector to support families to transition into the NDIS and to navigate the system ensuring timely access to disability supports.
Your strong relationship building skills collaboration and expertise in the disability sector will enable you to work with young people and their families and ease their journey into the NDIS.
Benefits of working at Uniting
Our work isnt easy but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to your base hourly rate (SCHADS Level 4) and superannuation youll also receive 17.5% leave loading and the ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as groceries bills clothing streaming services and much more.
With our meal entertainment benefit of $2650 annually you can save on dining out and drinks making the most of your pre-tax dollars. At Uniting you can also access the following:
- Need extra time off Buy additional leave to increase annual leave!
- Enjoy a 10% discount at Uniting Early Learning and a 25% off at Uniting Op Shops.
- Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
- Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
- Opt in or out of public holidays be respected for your unique background.
Your skills and experience
- Tertiary Qualifications in human services disability welfare social work desirable however relevant experience will be considered
- A sound knowledge of the underlying principles of the Children Youth and Families Act 2005
- Knowledge of the statutory requirements related to working with young people and their families
- Experience working with young people and families.
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How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest.
If this role sounds like a good fit for you please apply soon. Well review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.
For any questions reach out to Roxanne Kimberley Team Leader Family Services on or call 0 for a chat during business hours.
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times. As a child safe organisation employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Through the recruitment process we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional however it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal a person with disability from a diverse background or LGBTQIA. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
