Senior Local Area Coordinator - Niddrie

Senior Local Area Coordinator We're seeking an enthusiastic Senior Local Area Coordinator to join our dedicated NDIS Services Team. This role involves managing and delivering Partner in the Community Local Area Coordination services within the Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) Disability Services Portfolio. This isn't just a job, it's a mission to create lasting change.

Location : This role is based at the Niddrie Office , supporting the Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay, Moonee Valley and Melbourne local government areas. Salary : $117,067.10 - $122,246.92 per annum + 12% superannuation and $13,000 vehicle allowance. Type of Employment : 4-month Secondment (21 December 2026 to 6 April 2027), Full-time (38-40 hours per week).

WHY JOIN BSL? Leave Entitlements 17.5% leave loading on annual leave. Ten (10) paid days of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Leave per year. Reproductive Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave, Cultural Leave and Family and Domestic Violence Leave. Financial Benefits Salary Packaging

• Claim up to $18,500 per year tax-free. Discounted health insurance. Discounted child care. Wellbeing Optional free flu shots each year. A workplace that actively supports diversity, inclusion and accessibility.

ABOUT US

At the Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we see possibilities. We work alongside people and communities to create lasting change. As a social justice organisation with more than 90 years of experience, we're committed to building a fairer and more inclusive Australia. Through our Disability Services team, we support people with disability to connect, participate and thrive in their communities.

Learn more about BSL and our work on our website . ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE As a Senior Local Area Coordinator, your role is a pivotal function in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). You are responsible for the delivery and implementation of Partner in the Community Local Area Coordination Services in a defined geographical area.

As a Senior Local Area Coordinator, you will assist people with disability to advocate, plan, organise and access the support and services needed to live an ordinary life. This includes assessing each person’s eligibility for the NDIS and (where eligible) helping to establish an NDIS plan with reasonable and necessary supports.

Your role

will engage with the local community to assist people with disability to access mainstream services regardless of NDIS eligibility. Senior Local Area Coordinators support staff to embrace the LAC approach and principles, encouraging ways of working with people beyond operational obligations as a Partner in the Community.

You will be responsible for overseeing a team of Local Area Coordinators (LACs), providing expert advice to LACs via regular individual supervision, coaching, peer support, and reflective practice.

ABOUT YOU

We welcome applications from people with experience in one or both of the following areas: Professional Pathway Relevant qualifications or experience in Disability, Allied Health, Human Services, Social Sciences, Education, Community Services or a related field. Lived Experience Pathway Lived experience with disability, or an understanding of the impact of disability on individuals, families, carers and communities.

In addition, we're looking for people who have: Demonstrated ability to manage, lead and develop a team in a changing environment. Highly developed communication, listening and relationship building skills. Experience in working alongside community towards common goals. Confidence using a variety of computer programs and equipment and ability to enter information accurately.

Whether your strengths come from formal qualifications, lived experience, or a combination of both, we'd love to hear from you. We actively encourage applications from people with disability, and lived experience is a valued strength in this work. Apply to join us and support people with disability to connect, participate and thrive in their communities.

HOW TO APPLY When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment. Your application must include: A tailored cover letter (1-page maximum). A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences. A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description .

If you'd prefer to respond to the Key Selection Criteria in an alternative format, such as dot points, audio or video, please contact the Recruitment Team . We're happy to discuss options that support your participation in the recruitment process. SUPPORT BSL is committed to making recruitment accessible. Our Position Descriptions are provided in HTML format and designed to work across different devices and assistive technologies, including screen readers.

To access the Position Description: Select the Position Description link in the job advertisement. The file will download automatically. Open the downloaded file in your preferred web browser. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, information in an alternative format, or support accessing the Position Description or submitting your application, please contact the Recruitment Team .

QUESTIONS? For confidential conversations or enquiries, please contact Ben Maude (Senior Manager, Local Area Coordination

• NDIS Services) . Email : [email protected] Phone : 0490 127 716 APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday 15th November 2026 at 11:55 pm. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Safeguarding Statement BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia. #S-DNI