Early Supports Practitioner

Occupational Therapists and Speech Therapists encouraged to apply

Location:Albury preferred Applicantslocatedin Griffith or Deniliquin are encouraged to apply

Employment Type:Full Time

Classification:SCHADS award level 4 above award rates apply

JoinIntereach Our Values

AtIntereach our values ofLeadership Partnership and Social Justiceguide everything we do. We are committed to supporting communities and creating a workplace where people canmake a meaningful difference.

As a not-for-profit organisationwevebeen supporting and strengthening communitiesacross New South Wales and Victoria for more than 50 years.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Early Supports Practitioner to join our NDIS Early Childhood partner team. If you are committed to empowering families supporting childrens development anddelivering evidence-informed early childhood intervention services we would love to hear from you.

We are particularly interested in hearingfrom:

• Speech Pathologists
• Occupational Therapists
• Physiotherapists
• Psychologists
• Social Workers
• Developmental Educators
• Early Childhood or Primary Teachers with relevant early intervention experience

About the Role

Reporting to theProgram Manager Early Intervention Services the Early Supports Practitioner delivers evidence-informed early childhood intervention supports to children aged 06 years with developmental concerns emerging developmentaldelaysand/or disability.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team you will partner with families carers early childhood educationservicesand community professionals to deliver coordinated family-centred supports that build childrens participationindependenceand developmental outcomes.

The role focuses on direct service delivery through individualsupports group programs and coaching approaches that empower families to support their childs development within everyday routines and community settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-informed early childhood intervention through individual sessions with children and families.
• Facilitate group programs that support child development and build parent knowledgeconfidenceand capability.
• Use coaching approaches to support families to embed developmental strategies into everyday routines and environments.
• Conduct developmental assessments and developmental conversations whererequired.
• Assess childrens needs andassistfamilies to accessappropriate supportsand referral pathways.
• Work collaboratively with families toidentifystrengthsprioritiesand goals.
• Liaise with allied health professionals early learningservicesand community organisations to support coordinated care.
• Maintainaccuratedocumentation servicerecordsand reporting requirements.
• Participate in reflective practice supervision professionaldevelopmentand quality improvement initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders and contribute to community awareness of services and supports.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Sound knowledge of typical and atypical child development.
• Knowledge of developmental screening and assessment tools.
• Experience delivering evidence-based interventions for children with developmental delay and/or disability.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational administrative and time management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated awareness of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and the Early Childhood Approach or a willingness to learn.

Essential Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy Speech Pathology Physiotherapy Psychology Social Work Developmental Education Early Childhood Education PrimaryTeachingor a related discipline.
• Relevant professional registration or eligibility for professional membership where applicable.

Desirable

• Lived experience of disability and its impact on individualsfamiliesor communities.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and/or culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Australian Driver License.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Ability to travel asrequired.

Why JoinIntereach

AtIntereachyoullbe part of a values-driven organisation committed to strengthening communities and supporting children and families across regional New South Wales and Victoria.

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:

• A focus on quality family-centred billable hours.
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
• Professional developmentsupervisionand learning opportunities.
• A supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and support programs.
• The opportunity to help shape a newly created role within a growing service.
• Meaningful work that positivelyimpactschildren and families in regional communities.

Ready to Apply

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Applications close: July 29 10am.We encourage early applications as suitable candidates may be contacted and progressed without delay.

To be considered please upload your:

• Resume
• Cover letter outlining your skillsexperienceand suitability for the role

Alternative application methods are available for anyone unable to apply online. If shortlisted you will be contacted by phone. If not progressing to interview you will be notified via email.

Further Information

For recruitment and application enquiries please contact:

Angela Hoffman

Recruitment Officer

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For role-specific enquiries please contact:

Jessica Dodd

Senior Manager Early Childhood

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We proudly welcome applicants from allwalks of life. People of all ages backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply.

We welcome unpaid carers Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people the LGBTQI community people with disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.