Job Description
Full job description
Department of Human Services
Job reference: 6183++
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Role Highlights
Client-focused role
Contribute to positive change for people with disabilities
Work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders
About the Business
Our Disability Division provides valuable support to the South Australian community through direct service delivery, inclusion policy and sector reform work. As a registered NDIS provider, they supervise and help with everyday tasks to support people living with disability to live as independently as possible. The division also encompasses quality and clinical services and the DHS Equipment Program.
Role Details
The Senior Specialist Support Coordinator is a role within DHS Disability Services and is accountable to the Manager, Service Operations for:
Providing responsive and individualised specialist support coordination and transition planning for clients of the Disability Services for Older Australians and NDIS participants with complex needs.
Providing clinical supervision and education for a multi-disciplinary team.
Working collaboratively with clients, families and carers to improve outcomes through the NDIS in a way that is respectful of peoples' human rights, putting the client at the centre of planning, and aims to improve quality of life for people living with a disability.
Delivering services to all DSOA clients and participants of the NIDS in accordance with the goals outlined in their plans, providing a service that aligns with the NDIS practice standards and quality indicators provided by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
Leading, contributing and providing direction to a multi-disciplinary team that receives complex client referrals.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Essential Qualifications:
An appropriate degree or equivalent qualification in Disability and Developmental Education, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work or Speech Pathology which entitles registration or membership with the relevant allied health profession's board. Occupational Therapists and Psychologists must be registered as a health practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Post Graduate certificate in Positive Behaviour Support or other post graduate studies in behaviour support is desirable.
Role Status: Ongoing
Salary Range: $104,180-$111,746 (AHP3)
Location: Adelaide
Enquiries: Diana Massey, 0436XXXXXX+8 Email: diana.massey@sa.gov.au
Diversity and Inclusion
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Applications close: 04/0+/2026 11:30 PM
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Department of Human Services
Job reference: 6183++
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Role Highlights
Client-focused role
Contribute to positive change for people with disabilities
Work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders
About the Business
Our Disability Division provides valuable support to the South Australian community through direct service delivery, inclusion policy and sector reform work. As a registered NDIS provider, they supervise and help with everyday tasks to support people living with disability to live as independently as possible. The division also encompasses quality and clinical services and the DHS Equipment Program.
Role Details
The Senior Specialist Support Coordinator is a role within DHS Disability Services and is accountable to the Manager, Service Operations for:
Providing responsive and individualised specialist support coordination and transition planning for clients of the Disability Services for Older Australians and NDIS participants with complex needs.
Providing clinical supervision and education for a multi-disciplinary team.
Working collaboratively with clients, families and carers to improve outcomes through the NDIS in a way that is respectful of peoples' human rights, putting the client at the centre of planning, and aims to improve quality of life for people living with a disability.
Delivering services to all DSOA clients and participants of the NIDS in accordance with the goals outlined in their plans, providing a service that aligns with the NDIS practice standards and quality indicators provided by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
Leading, contributing and providing direction to a multi-disciplinary team that receives complex client referrals.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Essential Qualifications:
An appropriate degree or equivalent qualification in Disability and Developmental Education, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work or Speech Pathology which entitles registration or membership with the relevant allied health profession's board. Occupational Therapists and Psychologists must be registered as a health practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Post Graduate certificate in Positive Behaviour Support or other post graduate studies in behaviour support is desirable.
Role Status: Ongoing
Salary Range: $104,180-$111,746 (AHP3)
Location: Adelaide
Enquiries: Diana Massey, 0436XXXXXX+8 Email: diana.massey@sa.gov.au
Diversity and Inclusion
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Applications close: 04/0+/2026 11:30 PM
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The SENIOR SPECIALIST SUPPORT COORDINATOR position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Adelaide offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.