Through the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme), people with disability have more choice and control over the support and services they access to reach their goals. Conversely, this funding has also opened up more diverse NDIS jobs in Melbourne for support workers and disability carers. As an NDIS Support Worker, you’ll deliver vital services to
There are many benefits to NDIS plan management. Specifically, one lesser-known advantage is having the flexibility to choose NDIS services with any provider, whether or not they are registered with the NDIS. In other words, this means participants can access more options for finding supports. Excitingly, these options are broad. They can include allied-health services
Are you considering a rewarding career in Disability Support Work? This article offers real-world advice to start you on the right foot. Two Support Workers at Flexi Support, Sally and Daniel, share their top tips to starting a successful career in disability care. How did you get into Disability Support Work? Sally: I
The festive season is all about spending time with family and friends. However, those who have parents or loved ones to look after needing dementia support may feel worried about upcoming celebrations: Will your loved one enjoy themselves? Will they be comfortable? How do I prepare family and friends to be more understanding of their
If you love flexible work hours, variety in your role, a social environment, and the ability to make a real difference in someone’s life, you might find yourself drawn to Support Work. However, statistics show that many men are hesitant to pursue this highly rewarding career. According to a 2018 Federal report, only 10% of
One of the first decisions you make as a new NDIS participant is how to manage your funds. Therefore, an NDIS Plan Manager is an important role. But unfortunately, it’s one that’s poorly understood. Flexi Support Plan Manager, Phoebe Loi, says: “Too often, participants contact us after funds have run out and their essential services
Starting support services with a new provider is often a tedious process. NDIS referrals are likely met with slow response-times, long waiting lists, confusing service agreements. Worst still, is finding out the service is unsuitable after a lengthy process. To address this life-inhibiting bottleneck, our Client Coordinator, Johann Chong, is shedding light on this aspect
A Support Worker provides services that enable their clients to look after their health and wellbeing, live independently and reach their goals. This covers all areas of life, from disability support to socialising to getting to appointments and more. Invaluable, Support Workers empower people to make the most of life at home and in the
For those with specific care needs or in-home supports, disability care over Christmas and New Year can get complicated. Between gathering the family and cooking a feast, the festive season is a busy time. Therefore, arranging your care and support services ahead of time is the ideal way to enjoy the festivities. If you would
Navigating the NDIS for mental health services is not exactly a walk in the park. In this Q&A, Flexi Support’s Support Coordinator Tiffany Del Moral answers the most frequently asked questions around accessing the NDIS for mental health supports. Tiffany has experience working as both an NDIS Planner and NDIS Support Coordinator, and has helped
