Inclusion Professional Lead - Serious Medical/Health Conditions & Mental Health
Uplyft is seeking a passionate and experienced Inclusion Professional Lead – Serious Medical and Health Conditions (including Mental Health) to provide specialist guidance, build workforce capability, and strengthen inclusive practices across the early childhood sector as part of Inclusion Support West.
Inclusion Support West is a partnership between One Tree Community Services and Uplyft delivering the Inclusion Support Program across Western Australia. Together, we support Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) services to build inclusive environments where all children can access, participate and thrive.
About Uplyft
Uplyft (formerly Wanslea) is a leading provider of services for children, young people, and families across Western Australia. Founded in 1943, we have now expanded to offer a wide range of programs and services that support children, young people and families at every stage of life.
At Uplyft, your work makes a real difference. You won't just have a job — you will support children, young people, and families, helping to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.
We value people who bring their whole selves to work. Our team reflects our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where differences are celebrated and every voice matters.
Joining Uplyft means being part of a professional, purpose-driven organisation where your skills, ideas, and compassion help transform lives every day.
* Based at our Bentley Office with free parking on site
* Salary starting from $94,572.01 per annum plus superannuation
* Opportunity to salary package
* Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year
* Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion
* Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues
About the role
The Inclusion Professional Lead (IPL) – Serious Medical and Health Conditions (including Mental Health) provides specialist leadership and expertise within the Inclusion Support Program (ISP), supporting Inclusion Professionals to strengthen their practice and deliver quality outcomes for children with additional needs.
This role combines specialist case support, workforce capability building, and sector engagement, with a focus on supporting children with serious medical and health conditions, including mental health concerns. The IPL provides expert advice on complex and escalated cases, works directly with Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) services where specialist input is required, and contributes to the development of practical resources, training, and professional learning opportunities.
Working collaboratively with Inclusion Professionals, consortium partners, allied health professionals, community services, and sector stakeholders, the IPL plays a key role in building capability across the early childhood sector and promoting inclusive practices that support children's participation, wellbeing, and development.
About you
You are a passionate and collaborative early childhood professional with a strong commitment to inclusion and positive outcomes for children and families.
You will bring:
* A relevant tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Disability, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Allied Health, or a related field.
* Demonstrated experience supporting children with additional needs, particularly those with serious medical or health conditions and/or mental health concerns, within Early Childhood Education and Care or related settings.
* Specialist knowledge and experience in supporting children with complex medical, health, developmental, behavioural, or mental health needs.
* A strong understanding of the Inclusion Support Program (ISP) Guidelines, National Quality Framework (NQF), and Approved Learning Frameworks.
* Experience delivering training, mentoring, coaching, or building the capability of educators and professionals.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across a diverse range of services and sectors.
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, work independently, and effectively access community and specialist support networks.
Applications Close: 19/06/2026
Apply Now
Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.
For any queries please contact Skye Upton, Talent Acquisition Partner on 08 9245 2***.
To learn more about Uplyft visit: http://www.uplyft.org.au.
Uplyft reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Uplyft encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.
Uplyft is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
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