Key worker - maitland

Forge an alternative career path as a Key Worker within our early childhood team

• Be a game‐changer for children with disabilities and their families
• Attractive base salary + super + professional development + phone and laptop + vehicle options + bonus

Key Worker

Maitland

Full time or Part time (4 days per week)

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 is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

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.

• Work in the social model, delivering therapy in diverse settings such as homes, schools, playgrounds and community centres
• Attend a family's home to conduct an initial appointment, using assessment and communication skills to understand the child, the family and their goals
• Collaborate with a kindergarten teacher to support a child in developing motor skills
• Coach parents to identify a school that best suits their young child's needs
• Collaborate with a Speech Pathologist and family members to support a child in developing communication and social skills
• Build meaningful relationships with participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
• Document and bill each session through our online participant management system
• Provide after‐school support for a 5‐year‐old to establish consistent routines
• 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 support
• Participate in an online mentoring session to learn how to use Assistive Technology with a participant and apply behavioural support strategies

• 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
• Minimum 12 months 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 a team‐player attitude
• Commitment to personal and professional growth
• A valid Australian driver's licence
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• Availability and commitment to support before/after school appointments

• Continuous Learning – Guidance and support from 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
• 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, working in a multidisciplinary environment
• Everyday Perks – Pet‐friendly hubs, in‐house career coaching, professional development budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, social events and access to a confidential counselling service through our Employee Assistance Program