Coordinator – Supported Independent Living

Position:                              Fulltime Permanent, Coordinator – SIL                  

Location:                            Canberra, ACT

Salary:                                        $52.53 per hour (gross)+ Super

Applications Close: Wednesday, 11 March 2026 at 5:00 pm

Step Up Your Career with a Growing and Supportive Organisation!

Join Valmar Support Services and make a real difference! We are seeking a motivated and experienced Coordinator – Supported Independent Living to become part of our dynamic Disability Operations team.

This is your opportunity to work in a progressive, inclusive, and supportive environment where your expertise and commitment will be genuinely valued.

About Us

Valmar Support Services is a Not for Profit Organisation who thrives to provide high quality support services to people with disabilities, aged care services, community transport and supported employment.

About the Role

Four vacancies are available for Permanent Full-Time (38 hours per week) suitably experienced and qualified individuals to coordinate Supported Independent Living (SIL) services across the ACT.

 The role involves providing direction and rostering of staff; arranging, implementing, and responding to Person-Centred Plans (PCPs) for participants; and supporting individuals to live as independently as possible by encouraging and assisting them to manage their own domestic responsibilities within a residential setting.

 Each Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of two home groups.

 About You 

• Demonstrated experience delivering person centred services within the NDIS framework
• Proven ability to lead, supervise and support staff. Including managing rosters, fostering accountability and professional development and building a positive team culture.
• Strong knowledge of governance, compliance and risk management within Disability services, including incident management, Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and other reporting obligations.
• Highly developed organisational skills and proven ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with participants, families, staff and external stakeholders.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving capability in complex or high-pressure situations.

• Have well developed computer skills and proficiency in using digital systems for rostering, incident reporting, and client documentation.

 Successful applicants must be willing to undertake an ACT NDIS Worker Screening Check and hold an Australian Drivers Licence. It is essential that you hold a current First Aid Certificate and a minimum Certificate IV in Disability Services or a related discipline, along with any other relevant industry qualifications.

 What We Offer 

• A competitive salary + Salary packaging benefits to boost your take-home pay 
• Annual Leave Loading
• Fully maintained vehicle provided
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development
• Inclusive and collaborative workplace where your contributions are recognised

Further Information

If you would like further information on this position, please contact Sumedha Sethi, Manager – Accommodation Services ACT Northern Region on 0438 135 205 or email sumedhasethi@valmar.com.au

 How to apply:

 Is this a Career Opportunity for you?

 Interested applicants should visit the Valmar website, www.valmar.com.au/careers, refer to the Selection Criteria in the Application Guide, and the Guide to Writing a Statement; download and complete the Application for Employment Form. Submit the application form with a two-page statement addressing the Selection Criteria and a recent Resume/CV to:

 Zeinab Hassanzadeh

Human Resources Coordinator

zeinabhassanzadeh@valmar.com.au

Applications Close: Wednesday, 11 March 2026 at 5:00 pm

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have experience working in the disability services sector?
• Have you completed a qualification in disability?
• Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

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