Skills Assist
A Specialised Short Term Support for Skylight NDIS Plan Managed Participants
Skills Assist
Extra NDIS support when you need it
Skills Assist is a short-term, low-cost support available to participants already receiving NDIS Plan Management from Skylight Mental Health. This additional service focuses on building your skills to confidently implement your NDIS plan, especially during times of change or when extra guidance is needed.
Support for your NDIS plan
Personalised support
We take time to understand your goals and challenges, creating a tailored plan that helps you feel confident managing your NDIS supports.
Skill-building focus
Together, we focus on developing the practical skills needed to manage your NDIS plan – from making bookings to budgets and coordinating services.
Flexible support
Extra guidance when you need it most. Whether you’re new to the NDIS or between Support Coordinators, with low-cost Core-funded support.
When to Use Skills Assist
Managing a NDIS plan can feel overwhelming—especially when:
- You’re new to the NDIS and unsure where to begin
- You’ve lost access to your Support Coordinator
- You’re facing challenges organising or adjusting your supports
- You’ve run out of Support Coordination funds
Skills Assist steps in to guide you through, with practical help that builds your confidence and independence.
FAQ's
What is Skills Assist?
Skills Assist is a service designed to help you build the skills to manage your own NDIS supports effectively. It’s not about doing everything for you, but empowering you to take charge with guidance and confidence.
How does Skills Assist work?
We work side-by-side with you through four key stages:
- Understanding your needs
We start by discussing your goals, challenges, and the kind of support you’re looking for. - Creating a personalised plan
Together, we set realistic goals and identify the key skills you’d like to develop, such as navigating providers, budgeting, or making service bookings. - Working together
We support you to be actively involved in every decision and action, helping you gain practical, hands-on experience in managing your supports. - Reviewing and wrapping up
Once your goals are achieved, we review your progress with you. When you feel ready to manage things independently, our support concludes.
What kind of skills can I learn through Skills Assist?
You can develop skills in areas such as:
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Understanding and using your NDIS plan
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Communicating with service providers
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Budgeting and managing your funding
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Making and managing service bookings
Who is eligible for Skills Assist?
Anyone with NDIS Core funding can access Skills Assist. You don’t need Capacity Building funding to take part.
How much does Skills Assist cost?
Skills Assist is funded through your Core budget at $80.06 per hour.
This means:
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No separate Capacity Building budget is required.
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You can still access Skills Assist even if your Support Coordination funds are depleted.
When does the support end?
When you’ve achieved your goals and feel confident managing your supports on your own, we review your progress and finalise the support.
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