Allied Health Assistant

Early Start Australia; Palmerston; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Start Australia is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to join our Durack clinic on a casual basis. You will work with Therapists to plan, prepare and deliver therapy programs for children and families.

You will observe progress, document notes, support families and colleagues, and help maintain safe, high-quality, person-centred care in a multidisciplinary team. Certificate III/IV in Allied Health Assistance or current enrolment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Allied Health Assistance, relevant experience, or current enrolment in an allied health degree is beneficial
• Experience working with children or individuals with additional needs is highly valued
• Strong communication, organisational and observational skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently in community settings
• Current WWCC (or equivalent), NDIS Worker Screening, Police Check, First Aid Certificate, driver’s licence and access to a vehicle

Responsibilities

• Implement therapy activities under the guidance of qualified Therapists
• Prepare resources, materials and therapy spaces for individual and group sessions
• Observe and report on client progress, maintaining accurate case notes
• Support communication with families, carers, educators and health providers
• Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to a collaborative, client‑focused culture
• Uphold safety, confidentiality and quality standards in line with ESA policies

Skills

Communication skills

Observational skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Cert III/IV in AHA

Job description

• Job Function Group: Health
• Job Function: Allied Health Assistant
• Employment Type: Casual

Job Description

Are you passionate about supporting children and families to achieve meaningful developmental outcomes? Early Start Australia is seeking a motivated and caring Allied Health Assistant to join our Durack team on a casual basis. This role is perfect for someone who loves working with children, thrives in a supportive multidisciplinary environment, and is eager to make a real difference in the community.

As an Allied Health Assistant, you will work closely with our Therapists to plan, prepare and deliver therapy programs that help clients reach their individual goals. You’ll support day‑to‑day therapy activities, assist with session preparation, collect observations, and engage with families, carers and key stakeholders to ensure high‑quality, person‑centred care.

About Us:

Early Start Australia is a national leader in multidisciplinary allied health services, delivering evidence-based early intervention therapies to children and their families. We’re passionate about creating brighter futures and we know that starts with our people.

What you will be doing at our Durack clinic:

• Implement therapy activities under the guidance of qualified Therapists
• Prepare resources, materials and therapy spaces for individual and group sessions
• Observe and report on client progress, maintaining accurate case notes
• Support communication with families, carers, educators and health providers
• Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to a collaborative, client‑focused culture
• Uphold safety, confidentiality and quality standards in line with ESA policies

About you:

• Certificate III/IV in Allied Health Assistance, relevant experience, or current enrolment in an allied health degree is beneficial
• Experience working with children or individuals with additional needs is highly valued
• Strong communication, organisational and observational skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently in community settings
• Current WWCC (or equivalent), NDIS Worker Screening, Police Check, First Aid Certificate, driver’s licence and access to a vehicle

Early Start Australia places a high priority on the principles of respect, equity and diversity. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.