Key Worker - Bunbury

Therapy-Focus; Bunbury; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 93,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Vehicle options

Mobile and laptop provided

Bonus potential up to $10,000

PD leave and allowance

Flexible working options

Job summary

Therapy Focus Ltd. is seeking a Key Worker to deliver therapy to NDIS participants (0-8) across homes, schools and community settings. You will work closely with families to understand goals, collaborate with clinicians, and support planning and execution of intervention plans.

You will be responsible for documenting sessions, maintaining records, and contributing to a supportive, interdisciplinary team environment with supervision and mentoring available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience working with children (0-8) and their families.
• Experience working with children with disability is preferred.
• A positive and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapy in diverse settings (homes, schools, community centres).
• Attend initial family appointment to understand child goals and needs.
• Collaborate with other clinicians (e.g., Speech Pathologist) to support child development.
• Coach families to identify school offerings that fit child needs.
• Document and bill sessions through the participant management system.

Skills

Child experience 0-8

Communication skills

Team player

Flexibility

Driver's license

NDIS/WWC checks

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

• Forge an alternative career path as a Key Worker within our early childhood te
• Be a game-changer for children with disabilities and their families
• Attractive base salary + super + PD + phone/laptop + vehicle options + bonus

Job title

Key Worker

Location

Bunbury

Employment Type

Full time or Part time (4 days per week)

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

Why this role matters

Key Workers 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.

What your day looks like

As a Key Worker at Therapy Focus, 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

Whyyou’llenjoy life at Therapy Focus

• Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry-leading early childhood clinicians and allied health practitioners 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

Whatyou’llbring

To be considered for this roleyou’llneed:

• 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
• A valid Australian drivers license
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Children’s Check
• Availability and commitment to support before/after school appointments

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

We’realso looking for people who

Bring enthusiasm and a desire to offer fresh ideas and valuable collaboration, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Have relevant experience as a Speech Pathologist, working within the NDIS framework.

Show genuine passion in caring for people with disability.

Therapy Focus has joined forces with Everyday Independence; a national therapy provider that's part of the APM Group. Be part of something bigger; backed by more resources,moreopportunityand more stability.

We value you, even if youdon’tcheck every box

We strongly encourage applications from all individuals, embracing all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and cultures.

If your background looks different from above,we’dlove to hear your story. We believe your diversity is ourstrengthandwe’rededicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels included and respected.