Youth Lead Practitioner - Eastern Melbourne

Everyday Independence; Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle options

Laptop provided

Performance bonuses

Wellbeing days

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Everyday Independence is seeking a Youth Lead Practitioner to support adolescents and young adults aged 9-25 with disabilities. You’ll work across homes, schools, and community settings, leading an interdisciplinary youth team to plan NDIS-funded therapy packages and help participants achieve personal and educational goals.

Strong communication, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to growth are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working with youth aged 9-25
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Positive, flexible approach to work and willingness to meet billable targets
• Proven experience with people with a disability and NDIA processes
• Registered qualifications with relevant professional body (YWA or AASW depending on discipline)

Responsibilities

• Lead the interdisciplinary youth team planning NDIS funded therapy packages
• Support participants to achieve educational, personal, social and work goals
• Deliver therapy in diverse settings (homes, schools, playgrounds, workplaces, centres)
• Document and bill for sessions through the online system
• Participate in weekly hub meetings and seek clinical mentoring as needed

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Flexibility

Growth mindset

Disability experience

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Employment Type – Full time or Part time (4 days per week)

About Everyday Independence

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

About The Role

We are looking for Youth Lead Practitioners to support adolescents and young adults aged 9-25 as they navigate life with a disability, from adolescence through to early adulthood.

As a Youth Lead Practitioner 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

• Led the interdisciplinary youth team that plans a young person's NDIS funded therapy package, acting as the main contact for adolescent and young adult participants and their families
• Utilised assessment and intervention skills to support youth participants to achieve their educational, personal, social, and working life goals
• Worked within the social model which means you'll have worked and delivered therapy in diverse settings, from homes and schools to playgrounds, workplaces and community centres
• Held meaningful, future-focused conversations with participants and their supports
• Empowered participants and their families to develop habits and routines
• Built meaningful relationships with your participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
• Documented, and billed for, each session through our online participant management system
• 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

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 Youth Lead Practitioner, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification and registration.

• If you are a Youth Worker, you will have a Bachelor of Master's degree in Youth Work and YWA membership
• If you are a Social Worker, you will have a Bachelor or Master's degree in Social Work and AASW membership

You Will Also Need

• Minimum 2 years experience working with youth aged 9-25
• A positive and flexible approach to work
• Strong communication skills and be a team player
• Commitment to personal and professional growth
• Demonstrated experience working with people with a disability
• Willingness to work to billable targets
• A valid Australian driver's license
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Children's Check

What We Offer

• Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry-leading early childhood clinicians and allied health practitioners to help you excel.
• Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration, plus additional benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance and loyalty bonuses.
• Bonus Potential: Earn up to $3,000 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 mentoring/education 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, multidisciplinary 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 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 understanding of young people to deliver effective, future-focused support isn't just valued; it's crucial in driving positive change for youth with disabilities and their families.