NDIS Mental Health Access Officer

Flourish Australia has an exciting opportunity for a NDIS Mental Health Access Officer to join our Queensland teams!

The position available is:

• Full-time (76 hours/fortnight)
• Working Monday to Friday
• Based at Emerald or Rockhampton
• Attractive salarystarting at $88000 per annum Super Tax-Free Salary Packaging

About the Opportunity

The NDIS Mental Health Access Officer role aims to streamline the means by which people living with a psychosocial disability access the NDIS. You will identify people accessing the service who are eligible to access the NDIS and support them to navigate all stages of the NDIS process effectively.

As the NDIS Mental Health Access Officer with Flourish Australia you will also be required to collaborate with a multitude of service systems to create an integrated model of care. You will collaborate with the NDIA Mental Health Services NDIS Providers and other Health and Disability staff to support access to appropriate services and ensure people are connected to the NDIS and the supports they will benefit from.

Responsibilities include(but are not limited to):

• Assist with identification of prospective NDIS participants who are referred to the Flourish Australia
• Facilitate access to the NDIS and work in collaboration with all staff to ensure relevant forms are completed evidence is gathered and documentation is lodged with the NDIA.
• Monitor progress for people through all stages of the NDIS process including access plan development plan implementation and plan review.
• Identify opportunities to reduce delays streamline processes and resolve issues whilst maintaining comprehensive records.
• Support capacity building regarding processes and procedures for all staff by providing learning opportunities so that staff can become effective and efficient in all aspects of NDIS applications.
• Develop strong relationships with local NDIA staff and NDIS providers particularly support coordinators to ensure that participants receive appropriate supports in the community and are less likely to require hospitalisation.

To find out more about what it means to be aNDIS Mental Health Access Officer please read the Position Description.

Please note - Successful candidates must maintain a Class C drivers license and proof of comprehensive insurance must be provided when required. You may be directed to use your private motor vehicle when anorganisational pool motorvehicle is will receive the Travelling Transport and Fares Allowance when using your private vehicle for work related purposes.

Who we are

Our positions are opento all suitably qualified applicants. We have a strong commitment to the participation of people with lived experience of mental health issues in our workforce. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities LGBTQ communities and mature age candidates.

Selection Criteria

Essential:

To be successful in this role you will have a strong understanding of the NDIS and relevant supports available in the will bring strong organisation skills and the ability to monitor and streamline the progress of participants through all stages of the NDIS process.You will also possess the ability to work sensitively with people living with a psychosocial disability their families and carers.

In addition you will possess:

1. Tertiary qualifications in human services or relevant field OR relevant Certificate IV in mental health related discipline.
2. Excellent administration skills and at least 2 years experience in mental health related field as recognise by Flourish Australia.
3. Demonstrated experience with facilitating multi-disciplinary coordinated planning.
4. Demonstrated experience working with people with psychosocial disability and supporting them to access and utilise the NDIS.
5. Demonstrated ability to build the capacity of staff through training of groups and coaching of individuals.
6. Strong time management and organisational skills and proven capacity to prioritise work commitments.
7. Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
8. Current Australian Drivers Licence.

For further information please contact Amanda Killen Manager.E:(do not email applications)

All appointments with Flourish Australias Mental Health Services are subject to an NDIS Worker Screening clearance a National Criminal History Check a WWCC previous employment reference checks satisfactory Australian residency status and other background checks. All successful applicants will be required to declare any private or secondary employment prior to commencement in line with Flourish Australias Private or Secondary Employment Policy.

The Benefits

• Level 4 (SCHCADS) on the Flourish Australia EnterpriseAgreement(2018)
• Tax-Free Salary Packagingavailable up to $15900
• Generous leave provisions including17.5% leave loading 2 additional days of personal leaveextra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year paid parental leave Accrued Days Off
• Vehicle mileage allowance
• Family-friendly and flexible working conditions
• Opportunities for professional development and training such asMental Health First Aid ASIST and relevant Team Leader training (where applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support
• Regular supervision (reflective practice) ongoing 1:1 mentoring strong team support and a comprehensive inductionprogram
• Inclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander staff
• Personalfleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier
• Employee discounts at 400 popular retailers (Woolworths Expedia Myer Kmart etc)

How to Apply