Operate Within a Registered Governance Framework
Experienced NDIS Support Coordinators seeking independent contractor engagement in Australia may operate within our registered governance framework at $85 per billable hour.
This model is suitable for sole traders, small Support Coordination businesses and FTE Coordinators transitioning to independent practice.
Designed for experienced Coordinators seeking structural stability, compliance aligned governance and strategic positioning within an evolving NDIS environment.
Independent Support Coordinator Contractor Overview
This is not an employment role.
This is an independent contractor engagement within a registered NDIS provider structure.
Experienced NDIS Support Coordinators deliver services as independent contractors engaged by the registered provider while operating under their own ABN.
The structure provides centralised billing, governance oversight and compliance systems while preserving professional autonomy.
This model suits:
• Individual Support Coordinators maintaining or building their own participant portfolio
• Sole trader Support Coordination practices
• Small Support Coordination teams seeking structured governance engagement
• Businesses positioning within a registered provider environment
• Professionals operating at, or seeking to build toward, sustainable high utilisation
• Operators who prefer revenue aligned directly to billable service activity
Transition From FTE to Independent NDIS Support Coordinator
Experienced FTE Support Coordinators confident in their ability to operate independently may transition into this contractor model.
Independent NDIS Support Coordinators build and manage their own participant portfolio while delivering services within a registered governance environment.
The registered provider supplies:
• NDIA compliant billing infrastructure
• Centralised invoicing and reconciliation
• Governance aligned documentation standards
• Secure Microsoft 365 communication environment
• Access to Echidna CRM for Support Coordination case management
• Structured onboarding aligned to NDIS Practice Standards
Core system access required to operate within the governance framework is provided.
Contractors remain responsible for developing participant relationships, determining workload and managing their professional operations.
For Support Coordination Businesses and Small Teams
Small Support Coordination practices and teams may engage as independent contractors within the registered provider structure.
This may suit Support Coordination businesses seeking:
• Registered provider engagement
• Structured compliance systems
• Centralised NDIA billing capability
• Audit and documentation infrastructure
• Governance oversight aligned to Practice Standards
• Alignment within a registered framework that may support participation in future procurement environments
Each Support Coordinator operates under an independent contractor agreement and must satisfy individual compliance requirements.
Commercial and governance arrangements are formalised through written agreements.
Commercial Structure for NDIS Support Coordinator Contractors
• Current NDIA price limit for Support Coordination services is approximately $102 per hour, subject to change under the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits
• Contractor remuneration: $85 per billable hour under independent contractor agreement
• Contractors operate under their own ABN
Payments are processed fortnightly in arrears following receipt of funds.
Contractors are responsible for their own tax, superannuation and business expenses.
Independent financial advice should be sought to determine individual financial outcomes.
Revenue Profile for Independent Support Coordinators
Contractor revenue will vary depending on billable activity, participant demand, cancellations, pricing updates and individual operating arrangements.
The following examples are illustrative only and do not represent guaranteed earnings.
Illustrative example based on 48 working weeks:
30 billable hours
$122,400 gross contractor revenue
36 billable hours
$146,880 gross contractor revenue
Actual net outcome will depend on personal tax position, expenses, superannuation arrangements and business structure.
Revenue is directly linked to billable service delivery and is not guaranteed.
Governance Framework for Independent Support Coordination
Services are delivered within a registered NDIS provider environment aligned to NDIS Practice Standards.
The framework includes:
• NDIA compliant billing and reconciliation systems
• Structured file sampling and audit review
• Defined documentation protocols
• Centralised compliance and incident oversight
• Risk management processes
Independent Support Coordinators exercise professional judgement while operating within this governance structure.
Contractors retain discretion over how services are delivered within regulatory and Practice Standard requirements and may provide services outside this engagement.
Eligibility Requirements for Support Coordinator Contractors
This engagement model is suitable for:
• Experienced NDIS Support Coordinators
• Sole traders operating under ABN
• FTE Support Coordinators transitioning to independent practice
• Small Support Coordination businesses and teams
Contractors must maintain:
• Valid ABN
• Public liability and professional indemnity insurance
• NDIS Worker Screening clearance
• Relevant state based clearances where applicable
• Independent equipment and workspace
Contractors retain non exclusivity and may provide services outside this engagement.
Independent Support Coordinator Opportunities Across Australia
We engage experienced NDIS Support Coordinators across Australia, including:
• Sydney
• Melbourne
• Newcastle
• Brisbane
• Adelaide
• Perth
Remote and flexible arrangements are available subject to participant demand and compliance requirements.
Expression of Interest
If you are an experienced NDIS Support Coordinator seeking independent contractor engagement within a registered governance framework, submit your details below.
All enquiries are treated confidentially.