Developmental Specialist

Exciting news, at ECHW we are expanding

**We are looking for a Developmental Specialist to join our team of DEs**

Empowered Community Health and Wellbeing is a dedicated allied health and Disability service located in Adelaide, South Australia. We are based Mawson Lakes SA 5095 and provide support across the northern, eastern and western suburbs of Adelaide.

Empowered Community Health and Wellbeing was established in early 2023 by Sam and Serena through their joint passions of empowering individuals to become themselves through exploration of a holistic approach to overall health and wellbeing.

Our main focus has been improving the quality of life of our participants through equipping them with the tools to participate in their everyday life activities with confidence. To be able to establish and maintain healthy and successful relationships in all domains. And to understand and exercise their freedom and right to autonomy.

Our compassionate and experienced team is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of our participants and their families.

**Our Vision**

Improving the lives of individuals through Empowering participants to exercise their choice and control and have access to quality services across Australia.

**Our Mission**

Empowered Health and Wellbeing strives to empower the lives of participants by creating excellent opportunities for them to learn, interact and gain skills for life and become a confident part of their community. We are real people, with a true passion for empowering people living with disabilities to believe in themselves and support them to fulfill the life they choose.

**Our Values**

Our Values are Diversity, Trust, Respect, Understanding and Empowerment.

**Diversity** - Respect and value the diversity of our participants and their families

**Trust**:

- Acting with integrity - being honest and reliable - Communicating in an open and transparent way.

**Respect** - Keeping participants at the centre of what we do, we are all equal, while empowering a positive change.

**Understanding** - We understand challenges children and adults living with disabilities face
- and we want to empower them to reach their full potential by believing in themselves.

**Empowerment** - Empowering participants to overcome their barriers with the ability to exercise their choice and control.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Advance the health and mental wellness of individuals with disabilities.
- Manage a comprehensive clinical caseload, involving strategy development, thorough assessment, and effective implementation of interventions tailored to participant goals.
- Collaborate effectively within a diverse and multidisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Art Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Speech Pathologists.
- Produce detailed reports and maintain precise and accurate client records, adhering strictly to the policies and procedures of Your Functional Therapy.
- Provide steadfast support and maintain open, clear lines of communication with family members or the broader support network of participants

**Key Selection Criteria**:

- Bachelor of Disability and Developmental Education (or equivalent)
- Membership of Developmental Educators Australia Incorporated (DEAI)
- Current and unrestricted Driver's License
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current Working With Children Check
- Current SA Police Check
- Current First Aid certificate including CPR

**What we can offer you**:

- Competitive Compensation
- Supportive Multidisciplinary Team
- Pathways for Professional Growth
- Adaptable Work Schedule
- Dedication to Your Development

**Remuneration**:
This position falls under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry (SCHADS) Level 3/Level 4. The salary and conditions will be in accordance with this award.

**How to Apply**:
For further information about this position, please contact Serena on 0468 558 682

**Salary**: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Mawson Lakes, SA 5095 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Mawson Lakes, SA 5095: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 10/11/2023