Child Development Worker

1 week ago

Nerang, Australia The Benevolent Society Full time

**Part time (4 days per week) role based on the Gold Coast across our Early Years Places in Nerang, Coomera, Coolangatta and Labrador**:

- **$79k - $84k inclusive of Super + Salary Packaging**:

- **Flexible friendly organisation, with an optional monthly accrued day off**

**Our Organisation**

The Benevolent Society’s vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people, and their families; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent, non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way.

As part of The Benevolent Society's vision, we are strongly committed to reconciliation with our First Nations people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

**About the role**

Embark on an exhilarating journey at our vibrant Gold Coast Early Years Centres, where families are at the heart of everything we do Dive into a world of boundless possibilities as we offer a holistic blend of health services and family support programs, designed to empower parents and caregivers to cultivate strong, nurturing relationships and embrace their fullest potential.

As a vital member of our dynamic Early Childhood Team, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing the educational, social, and emotional growth of children (0-8) and their families. From captivating play programs to specialised groups and transformative parenting sessions, you will be at the forefront of fostering unforgettable experiences that shape futures

**Duties**
- Promote positive parent/child relationships through role modeling, education, and practical support.
- Assist in incorporating child development interventions in group settings.
- Contribute to the development, evaluation, and implementation of intervention programs and services.
- Utilize a strengths-based perspective to address families' identified needs and enhance family living skills.

**Our Benefits**

We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A **‘**best life’**is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:

- ** Salary Benefits** -You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay
- **Motor Vehicle Packaging Options** - to suit your lifestyle.
- **Work/Life Balance** - Enjoy flexible work arrangements and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
- **Recognition and Reward** -** Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
- **Wellness** -** Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
- **Professional development** -** We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
- **Our Reconciliation Commitment** -**First Nations employees have access to cultural and ceremonial leave, as well as the options to be a voice on our **First Nations Staff Reference Group** & RAP working group and have the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways.

**Skills and Requirements**
- Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education or similar field
- Understanding of Early Childhood Curricula, learning frameworks and childhood development
- A commitment to play based approaches to improve the long-term outcomes for children
- Experience in working with and supporting vulnerable families to realise positive change
- Understanding of child protection issues and the ability to escalate concerns appropriately
- Great people skills and the ability to create strong working relationships with people from all walks of life

Have some questions? Contact Amy on 0466 737 451 for a friendly, confidential chat.

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