Darwin NDIS Provider Workforce Symposium
Thur 17th October 2024
Oaks Elan Darwin
31 Woods St, Darwin
Time : 9.00am - 2pm
Cost : Early Bird $195pp
Price after early bird $250pp. Early bird expires 15th October 2024
Tables of 8 available
Includes lunch, coffees, teas, networking

If you are a SIL Provider, you can also choose to join the SIL Meet SDA networking Group from 4.30pm - 7.00pm and save
(just $290pp to include the Symposium and SILSDA Networking Event )

About the Event

The NDISLINK Provider Workforce Symposium in Darwin is a must-attend event for NDIS Providers, CEO's , Managers, Directors, Disability Employment Service providers , Coordinators seeking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving NDIS sector.

This symposium will focus on critical workforce challenges and solutions, offering expert insights on recruitment, retention, and training in a competitive landscape. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on regulatory updates, innovative workforce strategies, and tools to enhance service delivery.

Providers will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, collaborate with peers, and explore best practices that directly impact their workforce management.

With the increasing demand for skilled professionals and a focus on quality care, this event will equip providers with the tools and strategies needed to build a resilient, high-performing workforce that can meet the needs of NDIS participants effectively.

Attending this symposium is essential for providers committed to improving operational efficiency, fostering staff development, and delivering top-tier care in the NDIS sector.

Major Sponsors

Agenda

8.30am - 8.55am

9.00am - 9.10am

9.15am - 9.45am

9.45am - 10. 00am

10.00am - 10.30am

10.30am - 10.45am

10.45am - 11.15am

11.15am - 11.45am

11.45am - 12.30

12.30pm - 1.00pm

1.00pm - 1.35pm

1.35pm - 1.50pm

1.50pm - 2.00pm

Registration and Arrival

Welcome and Introductions

Navigating the Implications of Workplace Updates and Legislative Reforms for NDIS Sector

This presentation will cover the following from a legal perspective:

Psychosocial risks in the NDIS workplace
The impact of the Secure Jobs Better Pay Act and the Closing the Loopholes Bill on providers

Building a Future-Ready Workforce for NDIS Providers: Aligning Skills Development, Training, and Industry Collaboration

This presentation will explore how NDIS providers can strengthen their workforce by leveraging the expertise and resources of the Industry Skills Advisory Council NT (ISACNT).

ISACNT plays a critical role in aligning vocational education and training (VET) programs with the specific needs of the NDIS sector, ensuring providers have access to a skilled, qualified, and future-ready workforce.

The event will cover key areas such as workforce development, tailored training programs, policy advocacy, and industry collaboration to address current skills shortages and anticipate future demands in the disability sector. Attendees will gain insights into how ISACNT supports NDIS providers in building sustainable, effective teams that can deliver high-quality care and navigate the growing complexities of the NDIS landscape.

Strategies to attract, keep and train workers across the care and support sector to ensure a capable and sufficient disability workforce

Morning Tea

Building a Proactive Leadership Strategy within your Corporate Governance

As you grow your business, the importance of the leadership strategies embedded in your governance structure increases. Those individuals and systems that you transfer authorities too can make or break your business. Hear the guidelines Mark has built over 23 years consulting on governance structures internationally, drawing on the lessons of over ten large corporations.

Understand the minimum requirements for complaints and incident management systems for all persons receiving funding under the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (NDIS Act) including how to deal with reportable incidents

Attendees will understand :

What are the requirements for complaints and incident management systems
Practice standards requirements
NDIS rule requirements
Common non conformances
Tips to document this at audit

Lunch

Motivating Staff in the Community Services Sector
“How do I motivate my staff?” is the number one question all Managers have in the community services sector. Thankfully, Mark will bring his 23 years of experience and Doctoral research findings to uncover why motivation is a factor in community services, what causes it, and how we can proactively address this issue in our workforce. Mark’s presentation will leave you with practical answers to build your staffing levels, create resilient staff and reduce burnout.

Managing psychosocial workplace hazards in the Disability Sector -

by NT Worksafe

Q & A

Networking and close

Speaker Bios are currently being updated Program subject to change slightly. NDISLINK Conferences and Events are is not responsible for Speaker changes due to unforeseen circumstances. All attendees will be advised of any changes 3 days prior to the event. We are unable to advise of changes except on the day of the event, should the Speaker be unable to attend on the day of the event. We will endeavour to find a replacement speaker for the same topic or produce an online zoom version on the day should it permit.