Social Worker / Specialist Support Coordinator – Cairns

Overview

Eunoia Lane is a locally owned and operated company providing quality services to NDIS participants across the Northern Territory, Western Australia and Queensland, including Coordination of Supports, Specialist Support Coordination and Occupational Therapy.

We believe every person deserves a life of dignity, inclusion, and self-determination. As a purpose‑driven organisation within the disability services sector, we are committed to delivering high‑quality, person‑centred supports that empower individuals to thrive. Our team is guided by strong values, a human rights approach, and a relentless commitment to continuous improvement. We foster a collaborative and supportive culture where innovation is encouraged and voices are heard.

We are committed to improving the quality of life for clients living with disability. We provide our services across Northern and Central Australia, including rural and remote areas. We have offices in Darwin, Alice Springs, Broome and Cairns.

The Role

Eunoia Lane is currently looking for a Specialist Support Coordinator to join our team. The position will work with clients with complex care and medical needs across the life span to identify and address barriers to implement their NDIS plan. The Specialist Support Coordinator builds relationships with clients, their family, disability services organisations, clinical staff and various government departments, including health, education, communities and justice.

Eunoia Lane encourages a collaborative approach by stakeholders to ensure supports are delivered in a person‑centred and timely manner. This role assists with building a foundation for best practice care, staff training, support and intervention for clients, ultimately achieving positive and sustainable outcomes following a period of crisis.

Key Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in social work or other relevant discipline (Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Nursing or other Allied Health).
• Demonstrated well-developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Established ability to listen actively and demonstrate empathy.
• Well-developed organisational skills, the ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.
• Working with Children card; NDIS Worker Screening; Police check (within 6 months); current Drivers Licence and roadworthy vehicle.
• Computer literacy – efficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with clients with dual diagnoses. Experience in Forensic Disability or Forensic Mental Health is desirable but not essential.
• A willingness and ability to travel by car, 4WD, and / or light aircraft to rural and remote settings.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with an interest in Indigenous advancement.
• Experience working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people and their support networks.

Eunoia Lane Culture and Benefits

We have a strong focus on professional development, support for our people and a commitment to lifelong learning. We foster a positive workplace culture and encourage work‑life balance. We demonstrate kindness, compassion and an optimistic approach to our work.

We strongly believe in supporting the people who support our clients, and in exchange for your expertise we offer a great range of employee benefits, including :

To Apply

To be considered, please include a cover letter and resume detailing your relevant experience. For more information about this position, contact Deanne Kamid, People & Culture Manager, via email at

We celebrate multidisciplinary teams and value the rich skills and experiences brought by applicants from a range of sectors and professional backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Application Questions

Your application will include responses to the following questions :

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