About Novita
Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.
Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.
Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.
Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.
About the Role
We have multiple opportunities (1.0 and 0.8 FTE) based our Hindmarsh office where you’ll ensure smooth operations by managing rosters and supporting staff effectively. You’ll be responsible to:
- Develop and maintain rosters that align with participant support needs, funding, and service agreements.
- Proactively fill roster gaps, including unplanned leave, sick leave and emergency coverage.
- Liaise with managers and payroll to ensure compliance and consistency
- Communicate shift changes and rostering rules to support workers
- Ensure rosters comply with awards, enterprise agreements, and organisational guidelines.
- Monitor rosters for accuracy and plan ahead to minimise agency use
We have both full time and part time opportunities available, please indicate your preference in your application.
Knowledge, skills, experience and education
You’ll bring a blend of technical know-how and practical experience to excel in this role:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Experience using rostering software and managing scheduling processes
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, even under pressure
- Ability to interpret procedures and apply rostering rules accurately
- Certificate III or higher in Business Administration or related field (desirable)
- Equivalent experience in rostering or workforce coordination will be highly regarded
- Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check will be required, in addition to ongoing compliance with other mandatory clearances and training
We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.
Why join Novita?
In this role, you’ll enjoy a dynamic fast paced environment where you make a real impact every day in a our supportive team culture that values collaboration
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
- Hourly rate paid in accordance with the Social, Community Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (SCHADS) plus % superannuation
- Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits
Apply Now
For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Mandy Ross GM Community Living on 0418 954 687 or mandy.ross@novita.org.au
As this position is vacant, we are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. So, don’t delay if you are wanting to join our team. Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.
Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.
Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.
Achieve your amazing at Novita.
