Impactful Key Worker — Early Intervention (Flexible Hours)

Everyday Independence; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Vehicle options

Mobile

Laptop

Salary boost up to $10,000

Job summary

Everyday Independence is seeking a Key Worker to deliver interventions to NDIS participants aged 0-8 and their families. You will work across diverse settings, including homes, schools, and community centres, providing therapy aligned with developmental goals.

The role requires a relevant tertiary qualification with registration, strong communication, and a collaborative approach. Availability for before/after school sessions is essential; attractive salary and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 year’s experience working with children (aged 0-8) and their families.
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Children’s Check
• Availability to support before/after school appointments

Responsibilities

• Deliver interventions to NDIS participants (0-8) and their families.
• Work in homes, schools, playgrounds, and community centres.
• Collaborate with teachers, a Speech Pathologist, and family members.
• Document and bill each session through our online system.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Flexible approach

Education

Tertiary qualification and registration

Job description

Job title – Key Worker
Location – Pakenham
Employment Type – Full time, Part time (4 days per week) or 9-day fortnight
Salary –

$80,104.00 – $93,120.80 per annum (inclusive of annual leave loading)

• superannuation
• vehicle options
• mobile
• laptop
• options to boost salary up to $10,000

Supervision and Support – from supervisors, team leaders and peers
Professional Development – PD leave and allowance
Formal learning opportunities available through registered training organisations and universities

About Everyday Independence
With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change makers is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

As one of the Australia’s largest therapy providers, Everyday Independence is growing with confidence and welcoming passionate, purpose driven practitioners who want to make a real impact. At Everyday Independence, you’ll find job stability, structured mentoring and supervision, continuous learning and professional development, career pathways and a values-driven culture.

About The Role
We are looking for Key Workers to deliver interventions to NDIS participants (specifically children aged 0-8) and their families that lead to positive, life-changing outcomes.

Availability and commitment to support before/after school appointments is essential, as this is the most highly requested time for Key Workers to provide therapy to their participants.

As a Key Worker at Everyday Independence, no two days will be the same. If you were here last week, these are some of the things you may have done:

• Working in the social model means you’ll work and deliver therapy in diverse settings; from homes and schools to playgrounds, and community centres
• Attended a family’s home to conduct their initial appointment, utilizing your assessment and communication skills to get to know them, their child and goals
• Worked collaboratively with a kinder teacher at a preschool to support a child to develop their motor skills
• Coached parents through finding a school that best suits their young child’s needs
• Worked collaboratively with a Speech Pathologist and family members to support a child to develop their communication and social skills
• Built meaningful relationships with the participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
• Documented, and billed for, each session through our online participant management system
• Provided support for a 5-year-old after school so that they can establish consistent routines
• Attended the weekly team meeting in the Hub; sharing stories of impact, coffee and laughs
• You’ll have met with your Team Leader and Therapy Mentor to tap into their clinical knowledge and/or support
• Dropped into an online mentoring session to build knowledge of using Assistive Technology with a participant and some tips to introduce some behavioral support strategies

Who We Are Looking For
At Everyday Independence, our team thrives on shared values and a collaborative spirit. We’re on the lookout for individuals who resonate with our values and can seamlessly integrate into our dynamic environment.

To work as a Key Worker, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification and registration.

• If you are an Occupational Therapist, you will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration
• If you are a Physiotherapist, you will have a degree in Physiotherapy and AHPRA registration
• If you are a Speech Pathologist, you will have a degree in Speech Pathology and SPA registration
• If you are an Educator, you will have a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Teaching or Special Education

You will also need:

• Minimum 3 year’s experience working with children (aged 0-8) and their families
• Demonstrated experience working with children with disability
• A positive and flexible approach to work
• Strong communication skills and be a team player
• Commitment to personal and professional growth
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Childrens Check
• Availability and commitment to support before/after school appointments

What We Offer

• Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry-leading Occupational Therapists to help you excel
• Reducing non-billable admin tasks: Utilising an AI-powered health scribe as part of our commitment to improve service delivery
• Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration (based on experience), plus additional benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance and loyalty bonuses
• Bonus Potential: Earn up to $4,000 annually for meeting role expectations and up to $10,000 annually by increasing your billable time to support more participants
• Flexible Working Options: Enjoy calendar control and create a week that works for you
• Opportunities for Growth: Growth opportunities are endless! Explore clinical supervision or operational leadership career pathways
• Supportive Environment: Dedicated operational, clinical and admin support so you can focus on what you do best. Work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment, collaborating with experts in the field
• Everyday Perks: We offer a range of additional perks including pet-friendly hubs, in-house career coaching, professional development leave and budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events and access to confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program

Join the Change Makers
At Everyday Independence, your expertise in early childhood intervention isn’t just valued; it’s crucial in driving positive change for children with disabilities and their families. Apply today and start your journey as a change maker.

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