coordinator of supports

A Coordinator of Supports (CoS) is a professional who works within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia. Their role is to help NDIS participants to navigate the system and access the supports and services they need to achieve their goals and live a fulfilling life.

Some of the specific tasks that a Coordinator of Supports might perform include:

1. Developing an individualized support plan for each participant, based on their needs, goals, and preferences.
2. Identifying and connecting participants with the most appropriate service providers, such as therapists, caregivers, or assistive technology suppliers.
3. Helping participants to understand and manage their NDIS funding, and ensuring that their supports are delivered in a timely and efficient manner.
4. Advocating for the rights and needs of participants, and helping them to access other services and supports in their community.
5. Monitoring the progress of participants towards their goals, and adjusting the support plan as needed to ensure that it remains relevant and effective.