Parent Engagement Program Coordinator

Novita; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SCHADS Level 4 + superannuation

Mandatory training and development

Salary packaging benefits

Job summary

Novita is seeking a Parent Engagement Program Coordinator in Adelaide, Australia. The role leads inclusive family programs, supports staff, and strengthens community connections. It focuses on mentoring staff, coordinating services, and ensuring compliant, high-quality delivery.

The position is 0.8 FTE across five days per week, with benefits and development opportunities. Applicants should hold a Cert IV or Diploma in Community Services or related field and current essential checks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of early childhood development and family engagement.
• Experience coordinating community-based programs and local networks.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff in a semi-autonomous environment.
• Skilled in program compliance, reporting, and risk management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and administrative systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate engaging programs that meet community needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families and local networks.
• Supervise and mentor staff to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Monitor program compliance, safety, and reporting requirements.
• Promote programs through community events and partnerships.

Skills

Family engagement

Staff mentoring

Program coordination

Risk management

Microsoft Office

Education

Cert IV or Diploma

First Aid & CPR

WWCC / NDIS Checks

Job description

Job Category: Community Services and Development

About Novita

Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.

Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.

Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.

About the Program

Novita’s Community Options Parent Engagement (COPE) program offers 4 different supported and interactive groups for familiesto access weekly sessions with the support of our knowledgeable and experienced staff in a non-judgmental and inclusive environment that supports all members of the family thrive. They are:

Male role models and dad’s group

A group for male role models or dads to spend quality time with their kids doing a range of activities including coffee catch-ups, movie days, social outings, building projects, and mini-Olympics.

A program that brings Novita’s suite of resources to you! An in-home service with a great range of resources to support children to learn and grow through play and for parents and caregivers to develop knowledge, confidence, and skills to connect with kids in a fun interactive way.

Young families can use this program as a platform to make friends and connect with other families and their community whilst having a fun, play focused approach that kids will love!

Parent Education and Skills

Parenting workshops, courses, and seminars based on community needs. Topics may include Child development, behaviour support, mental health, and health and nutrition. These programs take place from Bagster Road Community Centre and Parafield Gardens Children’s Centre.

Job Description

About the Role

As the Parent Engagement Program Coordinator, you will lead the delivery of inclusive programs that empower families, strengthen community connections, and support staff to achieve positive outcomes.

Develop and coordinate engaging programs that meet community needs

Build and maintain strong relationships with families and local networks

Supervise and mentor staff to ensure high-quality service delivery

Monitor program compliance, safety, and reporting requirements

Promote programs through community events and partnerships

This role is 0.8 FTE, over 5 days per week.

Desired Skills and Experience

Knowledge, skills and experience

Strong understanding of early childhood development and family engagement

Experience coordinating community-based programs and building local networks

Ability to lead and mentor staff in a semi-autonomous environment

Skilled in program compliance, reporting, and risk management

Proficient in Microsoft Office and administrative systems

Education and Qualifications

Certificate IV or Diploma in Community Services, Disability, Early Childhood (or equivalent)

Current First Aid & CPR certification

Current WWCC and NDIS Worker Checks

We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.

Why this role?

Join a passionate, values-driven team making a real difference for families and communities where you'll:

Coordinate and deliver inclusive community programs for families

Build strong local networks to support family engagement and growth

Lead and mentor staff to ensure high-quality program delivery

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

Hourly rate paid in accordance with the Social, Community Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (SCHADS) Level 4 plus superannuation

Mandatory training and professional development provided

Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits

Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.