Family Services Specialist Disability Practitioner

Organisation Overview:

Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative (RAC) is recognised as a leader among Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, maintaining a high profile in the public and private sectors across research, consultancy, policy development, and partnerships. RAC operates in a culturally appropriate, sensitive, community-controlled environment that maintains a holistic approach to service provision and emphasises the importance of family and community.

RAC has been a resource, service provider and enabler of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Greater Shepparton region since 1980. RAC is a cooperative working to provide a range of supports and services including:

• Health and wellbeing
• Positive aging and disability services
• Community services
• Asset and infrastructure services
• Corporate services

RAC has an annual budget of $19 million and a workforce of approximately 230 people. RAC is a significant employer and economic contributor to the region and plays a high profile leadership role as one of the larger Aboriginal organisations in Australia. RAC is committed to ensuring the Aboriginal people in the Goulburn Valley have certainty of access to community-controlled services.

Role Purpose:

The family services disability practitioner role aims to build both disability and NDIS expertise across the
community-based family services system. The role will assist children and parents/carers with a disability to access
appropriate supports and participate effectively in the NDIS.
The role will be responsible for providing disability related case consultations to the broader family services system
within each Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) area. The secondary consultation role aims to
support practitioners working in family services to maximise the disability supports and outcomes for children with
a disability now available through the NDIS.

Employment Conditions:

• All staff are required to sign a confidentiality agreement on appointment to the organisation
• Probationary / qualifying periods apply to all new positions
• All staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the Co-operative (available to view)
• All staff are required to follow the policies and procedures to the department and the Co-operative (manuals are available to view)
• A commitment to equal opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices is required
• Salary packaging is available to permanent part time and full-time staff
• Tenure of positions at Rumbalara will be tied to existing contracted funding arrangements

About You
To excel in this position, you should possess the following:
• Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in Social Work, Community Services, or Case Management.
• Strong knowledge of the NDIS and experience in NDIS planning processes.
• Experience in liaising with NDIS stakeholders, including Local Area Coordinators and Support Coordinators.
• Familiarity with the child and family services sector.
• Strong advocacy, communication, and negotiation skills.
• The ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders and work independently or within a multidisciplinary
team.

What We Offer:
• Competitive Pay and Conditions: Compensation is aligned with the SCHADS Award, ranging from Level 4
to Level 5, offering $43 to $53 per hour, depending on your qualifications, skills, and experience.
• Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
• Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC
day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when
applicable.
• Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
• Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
• Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
• Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.