Who is the Pursue Ability

Pursue Ability was formed in 2019 as an NDIS service provider supporting vulnerable people suffering psychosocial disability. Our focus is on creating a safe, secure housing for those who have long term mental illness and require additional supports. 

We encourage applicants who have a strong willingness to give back to the community and support our team to make a real difference in the lives of those facing challenging times. We are a diverse team and strongly encourage CALD and LGBTIQ+ applications. 

About us

Pursue Ability is a highly recognised service for providing Supported Independent living, Support coordination, occupational Therapy, Psychology and other registered services under the NDIS. 

We work to fill the gaps for those who have a long term history of incarceration and long term social stays in health facilities among other recognised gaps within the industry, We offer specialised housing to meet the complex needs of individuals. 

About the role

The Administration Assistant Is a valuable role that offers the assistance of administration functions across the company, in specific it supports the first point of call for enquiries, intake and overall communication across the company. 

Working as the new Administration Assistant you will:

• Undertake a range of administrative support services including maintenance of registers, procurement of goods and services, meeting and event support, community engagement, and data entry to support the effective operation of the Office for Regional Youth.
• Collect and compile information and prepare documentation and correspondence to support information flow and inform decision making.
• Respond to enquiries and escalate and redirect issues as required.
• Update and maintain records and databases to ensure information is accurate, stored correctly and accessible.
• Assist with Human Resources and Recruitment

About You

We are seeking a resilient, honest reliable and hardworking individual who has a bright, bubbly attitude to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and conscientious team player with a keen interest in continued personal and professional growth. 

You will share a vested interest of those with mental health and physical disability and support our vision to provide exceptional service to those who require support across NSW. 

You will have excellent customer service and communication skills, an ability to manage competing priorities and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders are essential skills to develop and excel in this role.

You will have basic knowledge of Human Resources and recruitment to support the ongoing growth of our company. 

This role is an exciting training opportunity ideal for a graduate or school leaver wanting to build administration experience within a supportive team dedicated to improving outcomes for vulnerable people.

Essential requirements

• Understanding of the NDIS and it’s challenges
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A willingness to be adaptable and learn new skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to ongoing change

Applying for the Role

To apply, please attach a copy of your CV (maximum 4 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that tells us about your relevant skills and experience.

Application Closing Date – 11:59pm Thursday 4th February 2022 or when the correct applicant is identified.