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The APS3 Participant Support Officer is a crucial first point of contact for participants and stakeholders. In this role, you will apply your outstanding customer service skills to provide clear advice and resolve issues in person, over the phone or via email. You will also offer essential operational and administrative support to service delivery staff, ensuring the provision of high-quality services for participants.
Job Responsibility:
Manage and resolve participant matters by actioning planning tasks as per the legislation
Provide front reception support, including assisting with participant enquiries at self-help kiosks and online support
Resolve participant and stakeholder enquiries, provide information, and make referrals to appropriate government or community services
Manage the team's shared email inbox, appointments, and telephone enquiries
Coordinate appointments, ensuring office facilities are accessible for all
Perform data entry activities and ensure follow-up actions are completed
Receive and record complaints and other feedback in the Business systems
Requirements:
Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with participants, their families, and other stakeholders, both verbally and in writing
A strong focus on providing high-quality service, understanding participant needs, and guiding them through the process
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently, including case management and administrative duties
Capability to identify issues and develop practical solutions to assist participants in accessing services and supports
Skill in building rapport with participants and working effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders
Ensuring accuracy in documentation and compliance with policies and procedures
Understanding of the framework, disability services, and the challenges faced by people with disabilities
Flexibility to respond to changing circumstances and participant needs
Customer Service experience
Admin and proficient in using systems and softwares
Australian citizenship
Experience working in the Disability sector
Australian Citizenship is mandatory
NDIS WSC and WWCC is desirable
Good understanding & Working knowledge of computer systems