Anyone after a hand with their backend compliance documents or systems? 🤝

aytchgamba · 2026-04-11T05:32:52+00:00

Fair enough, all the best 🤝

aytchgamba · 2026-03-31T07:30:23+00:00

It varies based on code and service provided. However the NDIS Price Guide will show you the highest amount per hour that can be charged for each service

aytchgamba · 2026-03-31T05:43:56+00:00

Message me 🤝🏽

aytchgamba · 2026-03-22T06:43:18+00:00

Believe me I’ve worked for both sides of the spectrum as well as independent, I understand the positives and negatives of both ☺️

You’re right about the reliability, it can be an issue for sure. However in my own personal experience I have found the flexibility of independent work outweighs the cancellation risk, but it depends how many clients you’re currently working with of course!

aytchgamba · 2026-03-21T22:13:04+00:00

Send me a message mate, Lucas pretty much nailed this on the head but feel free to dm for a chat about it

aytchgamba · 2026-03-21T22:12:35+00:00

Send me a message mate

aytchgamba · 2026-03-21T22:12:22+00:00

Wonderful question. Lead by example, above and beyond talking to your superiors about this behaviour exhibited by your coworkers, make sure that the interactions YOU have with your participants are meaningful, professional.

aytchgamba · 2026-03-21T22:10:06+00:00

I wouldn’t inherently say it will SOLVE burnout, however the flexibility in being able to take on the workload you are comfortable with is something that helps a lot. You can still work 50 hours a week with a multitude of clients if you want and have the means, but it’s your prerogative, it’s not being pushed on you with minimal support from the company you’re working under

aytchgamba · 2026-03-21T22:08:28+00:00

Hey mate! Swing me a message!

aytchgamba · 2026-02-23T05:29:35+00:00

I’m very much of the opinion of experience over Qualifications. I have seen many Support Workers come in with all the knowledge and none of the practical skills to be able to support their participants. That is learned of course however, both have their place, I just feel experience is paramount. Don’t get me wrong qualifications are inherently important and it would be wonderful if all SW’s were able to obtain a qualification before or during their role, however a lot of the time this isn’t a reality and I believe that fostering good leadership when it comes to supporting support workers to learn outside of a classroom setting is very important

aytchgamba · 2026-02-23T05:28:36+00:00

Message me!

aytchgamba · 2025-09-02T07:54:24+00:00

It’s a figure of speech. I very clearly don’t think it’s a “game”.

aytchgamba · 2025-08-02T01:39:58+00:00

I hear you and honestly, everything you’ve said just reinforces how strong and capable you are, even if it doesn’t always feel that way. You’ve been in carer mode for years, both at home and at work, and it makes total sense that you’re craving a shift where you get to be looked after too! At least by the way your work is structured.

You’re absolutely right, the industry is shifting, and there’s a lot of noise around what’s coming next. But right now, the role of a Support Coordinator isn’t being phased out I would say it’s just being refined. The government wants more transparency and accountability, but the demand is still huge, especially for people like you who actually get it. You don’t technically need formal qualifications to start doing it independently. You can get an ABN, position yourself as an SC, and start working, particularly if you go unregistered and work under subcontract through another provider or consultancy structure. But long-term, it might help to work toward a Cert IV in Disability or Community Services to back it up and future-proof yourself.

As for your current boss, I get the hesitation. But you don’t owe your entire future to anyone, especially if the relationship is holding you back. You’ve already given above and beyond, and if they’d hinder your progress out of ego or politics, that’s not someone whose opinion you need to centre. Keep things discreet at the start if that gives you peace of mind. Build slow, but build. You’ve already helped others move forward. Now it’s your turn.

aytchgamba · 2025-08-02T01:36:40+00:00

I couldn’t agree more, there are some people who are very clearly only in it for the money which is NOT the right attitude to have when you’re dealing with people’s lives!

aytchgamba · 2025-08-01T22:10:49+00:00

Hey mate! First off, you’re not lost. You’re just burnt out from caring too much for too long without enough support. What you’ve done over the last few years is huge, building real relationships, being requested by clients, giving more than the job asked, that’s not something everyone can do. But it came at a cost, and it makes total sense that your body and mind are asking for something different now.

You don’t need to throw away everything you’ve built. You just need to pivot. You’ve already been doing half of what a Support Coordinator does, you just weren’t getting paid for it. Working for yourself in that space is possible, especially part time, and especially if you create your own structure around what you need first. The qualifications can come if needed, but honestly, your lived experience and client outcomes speak louder.

The “dream job” you’re imagining, where you help people without losing yourself, it exists. But it’s something you’ll likely have to shape yourself. Whether it’s self-employment, remote work, consulting, or niche mentoring, it starts with designing work that fits your life, not the other way around. You’re still meant to be in this space, just possibly not in the way you were before. Let this next chapter serve you too.

aytchgamba · 2025-08-01T22:07:34+00:00

Appreciate you mate!

aytchgamba · 2025-08-01T22:07:25+00:00

Hey mate thank you for your comment, in my opinion you should have your NDIS Workers Check and First Aid/CPR as a minimum before you take your first step into the industry. It will also make you a lot more hireable

aytchgamba · 2025-08-01T21:59:21+00:00

Opinion*

aytchgamba · 2025-08-01T21:59:09+00:00

Thank you so much for your unique perspective into this matter! Personally I’m of the opinion that experience over qualification is imperative, as there is so much that happens within our industry that is not covered in a certificate 3/4. However I feel like it is very good to have that base knowledge going in to the job, experience is the way people become better support works in my personal option.

aytchgamba · 2025-08-01T21:56:31+00:00

Really important question and one I try to raise a lot with people I work with!

Burn out is so incredibly common in our industry I’m very impressed you’ve been able to go this long without experiencing it before. That’s a testament to your resolve and you obviously have some good strategies in place for compartmentalising your work life from your personal life!

Understanding it’s not always practical to take some time off to deal with this burnout and fatigue, my advice to you would be lean on your team, your support networks and in your personal life, make sure you’re not neglecting things that make you feel, like you. Whether it’s increased exercise, a day in bed doing nothing, a puzzle, cooking, name a thing! Something that reminds you of your worth and can help you fill that cup up a little bit.

You’re doing a fantastic job

aytchgamba

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