Located in Ballarat, full-time, permanent

• Join a not-for-profit health care provider who is getting back to what matters.
• Support people with disability, their families and carers through the NDIS Local Area Coordination program.
• Total remuneration package of $82,297 per annum including superannuation and the full optional benefit of salary packaging.

Why Latrobe Community Health Service?

At Latrobe Community Health Service, you will be part of a positive and passionate workplace. We are dedicated to providing you with career opportunities through work that is rewarding and meaningful within the community.

We are looking for a passionate communications professional who is looking to grow and further develop their career with an organisation dedicated to giving back to the community.

What you will be doing in this role?

Reporting to the Ballarat Area Manager, you will provide high-quality administrative support to the NDIS Local Area Coordination team across the Central Highlands region. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the service by supporting staff, maintaining accurate records and assisting community members who access the program.

Your work will include:

• Providing administration support including correspondence, filing, scanning and document preparation.
• Managing phone enquiries, transferring calls and providing information to participants, families, carers and service providers.
• Scheduling appointments, meetings and community events.
• Preparing meeting agendas, minutes and documentation.
• Maintaining client records and data systems in line with organisational and NDIA requirements.
• Assisting with data collection, reporting and quality improvement activities.
• Coordinating office resources and supporting community engagement activities.

What we are looking for:

• Certificate III or IV in Business Administration or equivalent experience (desirable).
• Demonstrated administration experience in a busy office environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional telephone manner.
• Well-developed organisational, time management and prioritisation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
• Understanding of the needs of people with disability, their families and carers (desirable).
• Current Working with Children Check (Employee).
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check and NDIA onboarding requirements.

What is in it for you?

• Monthly ADO option (80-hour fortnight arrangement).
• Optional Salary Packaging (including novated leasing).
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in local communities.

For more information on this position contact:  Andrew Tilley - Area Manager LAC Central Highlands at Andrew.Tilley@lchs.com.au

At Latrobe Community Health Service, we want to help you get back to what matters.

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Latrobe Community Health Service is committed to better health, better lifestyles, strong and inclusive communities.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all ages, cultures, faiths, genders, sexual orientations and abilities. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.