Key Worker

1 week ago

Mornington, Australia Everyday Independence Full time

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 + PD + phone/laptop + vehicle options + bonus

**Job title -**Key Worker
**Location -**Peninsula
**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 is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

**About The Role**
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.

As a Key Worker 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:

- Working in the social model means you’ll work and deliver therapy in diverse settings; from homes and schools to playgrounds, and community centres
- Attended a family’s home to conduct their initial appointment, utilizing your assessment and communication skills to get to know them, their child and goals
- Worked collaboratively with a kinder teacher at a preschool to support a child to develop their motor skills
- Coached parents through finding a school that best suits their young child’s needs
- Worked collaboratively with a Speech Pathologist and family members to support a child to develop their communication and social skills
- Built meaningful relationships with the participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
- Documented, and billed for, each session through our online participant management system
- Provided support for a 5-year-old after school so that they can establish consistent routines
- 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
- Dropped into an online mentoring session to build knowledge of using Assistive Technology with a participant and some tips to introduce some behavioral support strategies

**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 Key Worker, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification and registration.
- 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

You will also need:

- Minimum 12 months experience working with 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 be a team player
- Commitment to personal and professional growth
- A valid Australian drivers license
- NDIS Workers Screening Check
- Working with Childrens Check
- Availability and commitment to support before/after school appointments

**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.
- **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.

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