Local Area Coordinator - Malvern

We're looking for a Local Area Coordinator to join our NDIS Services team. You'll support people with disability to connect with their community, access services, and make the most of opportunities available through the NDIS and the broader community.

This isn't just a job, it's a mission to create lasting change.

• Location: This role is based at the BSL Disability Services NDIS Malvern Office.
  • Bayside Peninsula area, supporting the Glen Eira, Port Phillip and Stonnington Local Government Areas (LGAs).
  • Learn more about our Malvern office, including accessibility, parking, public transport and building access information, through our Access Key.
• Salary: $93,670.78 - $100,783.94 per year + 12% superannuation.
• Type of Employment: Permanent, full-time (38 hours per week).
• Working Arrangement: To help set you up for success, your probation period will be fully office-based, giving you hands-on support and learning opportunities.
  • Following probation, a hybrid work arrangement may be available, with a minimum of 60% of working time spent in the office.

BSL BENEFITS

• Additional Leave and Cultural Support: A work environment that respects and actively supports diversity through provisions such as ten (10) paid days of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Leave.
• Inclusive Leave Entitlements: Access to additional leave entitlements such as Reproductive Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave, Cultural Leave and Family and Domestic Violence Leave.
• Financial and Wellbeing Benefits: Including 17.5% leave loading on annual leave, the option to claim up to $18,500 per year via salary packaging, discounted health insurance, discounted child care and optional free flu shots each year.

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, families, carers and communities to connect, participate and thrive. We value collaboration, choice and individual strengths. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to live the life they choose.

Learn more about BSL and our work on our website.

ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE

As a Local Area Coordinator, your role is an important part of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). You work alongside people with disability, not just NDIS participants.

Through the NDIS Partner in the Community program, you'll support people to access information, services and opportunities in their local community.

As a Local Area Coordinator, you will:

• Help people with disability connect with supports, activities in their community and other government services to meet their needs.
• Share information about the NDIS and help people access the NDIS if needed.
• Work with NDIS participants to understand and use their NDIS plan.
• Work in local communities to help them become more accessible and inclusive for all people with disability.

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:

• Strong communication, listening and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working alongside communities to achieve shared goals.
• Confidence using a range of computer programs and technology, with strong attention to detail when entering and managing information.

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
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences aligned to the Position Description
• A response to the four (4) statements below (maximum two (2) pages for all questions)
  
  
  1. Solving and Decision Making: Describe your approach to resolving problems in the workplace. How do you assess options and make appropriate recommendations to ensure effective outcomes?
     
     
  2. Collaboration and Relationship Building: Describe how you’ve built strong working relationships with children, families, or service providers. What approaches do you use to maintain trust and communicate effectively?
     
     
  3. Time Management and Organisation: How do you manage competing priorities and tight deadlines? Share an example of how you’ve juggled multiple tasks while keeping your work organised and on track.
     
     
  4. Child Safety and Inclusion: Describe how you ensure child safety, equity, and cultural inclusion in your work. What steps do you take to uphold safeguarding policies and create culturally safe environments for children and families?

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:

1. Select the Position Description link in the job advertisement.
2. The file will download automatically.
3. Open the downloaded file in your preferred web browser.

If you need adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, would like information in an alternative format, or experience difficulties accessing the Position Description or submitting your application, please contact the Recruitment Team.

QUESTIONS?

For confidential conversations or enquiries, please contact Aaron Williams (Senior Manager, Local Area Coordination - NDIS Services).

• Email: Aaron.Williams@bsl.org.au
• Phone: 0447 528 966

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

Sunday 06 September 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.

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