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Jigsaw is a not-for-profit organisation designed to break the cycle so many people with disability face of never gaining entry to the workforce.At Jigsaw, we believe people prepare best for work, through work and our mission is to build an Australia in which people with disability are fully included in the workforce.At the heart of the Jigsaw model is a thriving document and data management business, providing a range of high-quality commercial services to corporate and government clients including Westpac, Coca Cola Amatil. This business enables us to provide a training pathway for people with disabilities to prepare for employment at their own pace and undertake award wage employment before transitioning to open employment.Due to an internal movement and development opportunity, we are now looking for someone who is energetic and passionate about engaging with the VIC community and shaping the pathway to employment for people with disabilities.Maintain and develop a pipeline of prospective participants for Jigsaw Melbourne.Building on your existing relationships within the Melbourne disability sector to raise Jigsaws profile within the communityRespond to inquiries from potential referrers and new participants.Manage participant recruitment involving initial tours, trial days, the completion of intake procedures/documentation, and the introduction of the new participant to the co-working space.Understand participants overall NDIS budget and coordination of Schedule of Supports and any ongoing change to the Schedule of Supports including coordinating changes which may be to another location or enterprise within Fighting Chance GroupProactive support for participants with NDIS plan reviews including the provision of documentation.Develop and maintain relations within the local community and with a local referral network.Manage and attend Expos and similar post-school promotional events.The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:An approachable and friendly person with a high level of empathy and interpersonal skillsA current understanding and network within the disability sector;Understanding of the NDIS and experience working with people with disability.You have a proactive attitude to work and are a natural self-starter with initiative in spades, along with the ability to work hands-on as part of a team and autonomously when required.Strong verbal and written communicationsDemonstrated experience in developing and maintaining relationshipsStrong organisational skills to juggle multiple scenarios and the ability to prioritise in response to dynamic business needsQualifications and experience required:A relevant tertiary qualification (social/community services/allied health) and/or 2+ years of recent experience in a customer-centric position within the disability sector.Operational, customer service and/or administrative business experience.Possess the right to work in AustraliaPossess or be willing to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening CheckPossess or be willing to obtain a Provide First Aid (HLTAID003)Possess or be willing to obtain a Working With Children CheckBe available and willing to work at events on weekends and evenings on occasion.What makes Jigsaw an unbeatable workforce:Competitive casual rate + Super + Salary packagingJigsaw employees receive tax-effective salary packaging opportunities, meaning you can increase the value of your take-home income (including novated car leasing).An opportunity to be part of a passionate team, helping to build a fantastic workplace culture whilst carrying out purposeful workIf you are interested in joining a dynamic organisation at a time of exciting change in the disability sector, apply with your current resume and a cover letter addressing the above criteria.Applications for this role will take you to the employers site.Applications for this role will take you to the employer''s site.Share jobJob SummaryJigsaw #J-18808-Ljbffr