Youth Lead Practitioner - Southern Brisbane
Location: Springwood
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.
As one of 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 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, no two days will be the same. If you were here last week, some of the things you might have done include:
* Lead 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
* Utilise assessment and intervention skills to support youth participants to achieve their educational, personal, social, and working‐life goals
* Work within the social model, delivering therapy in diverse settings – from homes and schools to playgrounds, workplaces and community centres
* Hold meaningful, future‐focused conversations with participants and their supports
* Empower participants and their families to develop habits and routines
* Build meaningful relationships with your participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
* Document and bill for each session through our online participant management system
* Attend the weekly team meeting in the Hub, sharing stories of impact, coffee and laughs
* Meet with your Team Leader and Therapy Mentor to tap into their clinical knowledge and/or support
Qualifications and Experience
To work as a Youth Lead Practitioner, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification and registration.
* If you are a Youth Worker: Bachelor or Master's degree in Youth Work or Community Services and YWA membership
* If you are a Social Worker: Bachelor or Master's degree in Social Work and AASW membership
* If you are a Specialist Educator: Bachelor or Master's degree in Special Education and AASE membership
* If you are a Registered Nurse: Bachelor of Nursing and AHPRA registration
* Minimum 12 months experience working with youth aged 9‐25
* A positive and flexible approach to work
* Strong communication skills and team‐player attitude
* 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 licence
* NDIS Workers Screening Check
* Working with Children's Check
What We Offer
* Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry‐leading clinicians and allied health practitioners
* Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration with bonus and benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance bonuses
* Bonus Potential: Earn up to $3,000 annually for meeting role expectations and up to $10,000 annually by increasing billable time to support more participants
* Flexible Working Options: Enjoy calendar control and create a week that works for you
* Opportunities for Growth: 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
* Perks: Pet‐friendly hubs, in‐house career coaching, professional development budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program
Join the Change Makers
At Everyday Independence, your understanding of young people drives positive change for youth with disabilities and their families. Start your journey as a change maker.
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