Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) Coordinator

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Be a part of improving outcomes for children with disabilities! Pivotal role developing relationships with local families and the community!

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Childcare & Outside School Hours Care

Company: Northcott

Location: Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter

Work type: Full Time

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Phone: +61-7-1917-2680

Fax: +61-8-6243-1649

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About The Role

The NDIS Partners in the Community Program (PITC) supports implementation of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) at the local level. Northcott will deliver Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) services as the PITC to local communities in Western Sydney, Northern NSW, Hunter New England and Mid North Coast.

The ECEI Coordinators are the first point of contact for children and families transitioning to or entering the NDIS. ECEI coordinators will deliver the NDIS planning process; provide information, support and build the capacity of families with children with developmental delay and disability between the ages of 0-6.

You will be supporting children with a disability and developmental delay and their families to determine the best support for their improved independence, social participation and quality of life. Using a child and family centred approach this role is aimed at shaping the most effective support required based on detailed consideration of the evidence and practice of early childhood intervention.


You will

  • Engage with families to gather information on the child that provides relevant evidence of their disability, developmental delay and/or functioning.
  • Undertake observations of a child in their natural environment to assess their functioning and support needs using supporting tools and documents within the NDIS IT system.
  • Provide recommendations based on professional judgement and information gathered that are most appropriate to the improvement of the child's development and social participation
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with local and regional stakeholders including Early Childhood Education settings, mainstream and specialist services providing information and support to children with disability, health etc.
  • Seek to build the capacity of families and the community to work confidently and effectively with children with disability to meet each individual child's developmental needs.
  • Carry out administrative duties as required by Northcott including regular reporting against ECEI performance measures, monthly reports, funding reports and data collection to ensure contract compliance for the program.

About you

  • Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences, Early Childhood Education or other relevant professional field.
  • Experience providing family support and/or family therapy to families using a family focused and strengths based approach.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting and implementing Early Childhood intervention strategies with families using a capacity building approach.
  • Knowledge of the Disability Services Act & Standards.
  • Knowledge of the Child Protection Legislation and the principles of Keep Them Safe.
  • Current NSW Drivers' License (Please note reasonable adjustments will be made where applicable)
  • People of all abilities are encouraged to apply including those with a lived experience or knowledge of disability.

Why work for us?

  • We are a leading disability service provider in NSW and the ACT, providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families and carers.
  • You will have your contribution valued and to have opportunities to grow your career with us.
  • A family friendly workplace is offered and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
  • Being a not-for-profit organisation, salary packaging is available to staff; this can increase your take home pay.

Diversity

Northcott is an EEO employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. People of all backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to apply including those with a lived experience or knowledge of disability.

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Northcott is an EEO employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Essential pre-employment checks will be conducted

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