Job Opportunity at Sunflower Services – Adelaide

Sunflower Services, an emerging NDIS provider with a focus on Newcastle, NSW, and Adelaide, South Australia, is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Support Coordinator/Psychosocial Recovery Coach. As a boutique NDIS provider specializing in Complex & Forensic Mental Health Support, Supportive and Youth Justice, we are committed to delivering services through a trauma-informed lens. Our ethos revolves around being responsive, adaptive to client needs, and ensuring NDIS goals are met.

Position: Support Coordinator/Psychosocial Recovery Coach

Location: Adelaide, South Australia

Job Type: Permanent Full time (potential part time)

Remote Work Opportunities Available

Responsibilities:

• Utilize your experience as a Support Coordinator or Psychosocial Recovery Coach to work autonomously and meet essential KPIs, either from home or in-office.
• Demonstrate a person-centred approach with a deep understanding of Trauma-Informed Care.
• Efficiently multitask and work therapeutically with participants, developing strategies and positive habits for implementation in their daily lives.
• Create Recovery Plans for participants with Psychosocial disabilities.
• Collaborate with families and stakeholders to discuss progress and strategies for participants.
• Advocate the belief that individuals are the experts in their own lives.
• Assist participants in exploring various services and supports, aligning with the principles of Choice and Control.
• Foster partnerships with clinical mental health services, allied health professionals, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain detailed progress and case notes, identifying and proactively managing potential crisis situations for complex participants.
• Develop risk assessments for participants facing complex challenges.
• Prepare plan reviews and other reports requested by the NDIA.
• Educate clients on understanding the NDIS and adapt to diverse client journeys and complex behaviours.
• Coordinate a range of supports, including informal, mainstream, and funded providers, ensuring participants complete service agreements where necessary.
• Monitor plan outcomes and expenditure regularly to stay within the plan budget.
• Market Sunflower Services and our ethos to other service providers and Local Area Coordinators.
• Collaborate with government services such as the Department of Child Protections, Exceptional Needs Unit, and Department of Health Services to provide support within the NDIS framework.
• Work alongside the Specialist Support Coordinator to deliver high-standard support for complex participants.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional growth and expansion within the company.
• Mental health training and ongoing professional development.
• Regular team meetings and personalized 1:1 support.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with psychosocial disabilities and want to be part of a supportive and growth-oriented team, we invite you to apply. Join Sunflower Services in our commitment to providing exceptional support through a trauma-informed lens.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.