Applications close Sunday 9 August 2026
Located in Benalla, Wangaratta or Wodonga, Full-time, Permanent
- Join a not-for-profit health care provider who is getting back to what matters
- As part of the NDIS Directorate at Latrobe Community Health Service, you will be working with people living with a disability to develop NDIS plans that support them to live life to their full potential
- Total remuneration package of $127,469 per annum including superannuation and the full optional benefit of salary packaging.
- Expectation to travel across the LAC Ovens Murray service delivery region as required (Benalla, Wodonga and Wangaratta sites)
Why Latrobe Community Health Service?
At Latrobe Community Health Service, we aim to prevent health problems through information and awareness, and to intervene sooner through the delivery of truly integrated healthcare.
Our origins are in Gippsland regional Victoria, but we have grown rapidly in recent years. Our services include general practice (GP); nursing; allied health; dental; counselling and psychology; gambling support; alcohol and drug treatment; migrant and refugee settlement services; social connection; carer support services and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in partnership with the NDIA.
What you’ll be doing in this role?
The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Area Manager to support a team of Local Area Coordinators to deliver the LAC services as described in the National Disability Insurance Agency Statement of Requirements.
Under guidance of the management team, the role will provide support and guidance to a team of professional staff.
Under direction of the management team the Team Leader will provide expertise and knowledge to the LAC team. They will also model a collaborative, integrated person centred approach and seek actively to empower customers and people with a disability.
Your work will include:
Support the Area Manager with overseeing the day to day activities of Local Area Coordinators and Administrators, and undertake more complex interactions with customers and people with a disability.
Guide and support the LAC team to ensure compliance with the LAC contract, and that the LAC service is delivered in accordance with the standards and requirements within the SoR.
Oversee and provide supervision and ongoing professional guidance and mentoring to local area coordinators.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in managing a team within a community and/or human services setting
- Qualifications in and/or lived experience of disability will be highly regarded.
- A current Victorian Drivers Licence
- A current Working with Children Check (Employee)
- NDIS Workers Screening Check (can be obtained during application)
What’s in it for you?
- ADO each month (full-time staff only)
- Optional Salary Packaging (including novated leasing)
- Access to discounted Private Health Insurance
- Training & Development (Online & Onsite)
- Career Progression Opportunities
- Flexible Working Arrangements
For more information on this position contact:
Joe Forgione
NDIS LAC Area Manager
[email protected]
At Latrobe Community Health Service we want to help you get back to what matters. To see the full position description and to apply, click the Apply Now button.
Latrobe Community Health Service is committed to better health, better lifestyles, strong and inclusive communities.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people whom are from different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [email protected]
Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) is committed to promoting the safety and well-being of all children and young people accessing our services. Child Safety | Latrobe Community Health Service (lchs.com.au)
