Early Intervention Facilitator - Early Childhood Early Intervention

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Early Intervention Facilitator - Early Childhood Early Intervention. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Be a team member of a trans-disciplinary early childhood early intervention team
• Help families with children aged 0-6yrs with developmental delay or disability
• Opportunity for EIF to work with other allied health professionals

EARLY INTERVENTION FACILITATOR  

Early Childhood Early Intervention

BUSHkids is a non-Government, not-for-profit organisation which works within local communities to support the development of children by increasing community capacity through education, prevention and early intervention programs.

The BUSHkids Early Start Team will be responsible for delivering Early Childhood Early Intervention Services on behalf of the NDIS in Rockhampton under the Partners in the Community Program.

We are looking for an Early Intervention Facilitator to work as part of the service delivery team that will provide services to families with children aged 0-6 years with developmental delay or disability.

As an Early Intervention Facilitator at BUSHkids you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide support, and under the direction of the Coordinator- intervention, for families with children aged  0-6 years with developmental delay or disability.
• Provide care when and where it best meets the clients' needs including on site, at home and in the community.

Mandatory Requirements

• A practical, can-do attitude and a passion for children, families and the community
• Excellent inter-personal skills and ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience working with children and families
• Understanding of the NDIS, choice and control and the principles of person centred care

Desired requirement for this role:

• Experience in working in early childhood education, intervention or other relevant work experience and/or qualifications.

Other requirements:

• Working with Children Blue Card – Positive Notice
• Current C Class Queensland Drivers Licence
• Proof of Hepatitis B Vaccination status

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The successful applicant is required to provide certified copies of any qualifications to the Clinical Services Manager prior to the commencement of the role.
• A criminal history check may be initiated on the successful applicant with the Queensland Police Service.
• A discipline history check may be initiated on the successful applicant.

• BUSHkids is a not-for-profit organisation – the ongoing duration of this position is dependent on available funding and at the discretion of the Clinical Services Manager according to service needs.
• Travel and overnight stays from the centre may be required of this position.
• A non-smoking policy applies in all BUSHkids buildings, offices and motor vehicles.
• All staff are required to complete a 3-6 month probation period on commencement of employment.
• As BUSHkids is a not-for-profit organisation, participation in fundraising activities may be required.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Professional Practice 

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in early intervention and prevention services for families and young children including parenting
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in working with vulnerable families who may experience multiple barriers to accessing services 

Communication/Team Participation 

• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills necessary to work effectively in a local community to provide high quality services
• Demonstrated ability to develop professional networks and work collaboratively with other service providers 

Leadership/Work Unit Management 

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and ability to share knowledge and skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently without close supervision and to appropriately manage time and workload 

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are to submit a brief resume; contact details for 2 referees (one of whom is to be your current line manager); and a maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role by addressing the key selection criteria.

Please email your application to [email protected]

People with a disability or people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander or CALD communities are highly encouraged to apply for this position.

PLEASE NOTE Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

A full job description with further information about the position can be downloaded from the BUSHkids website https://www.bushkids.org.au/professionals/join-our-team/

Enquiries can be directed to the NDIS Services Manager by phone: 3870 7288 or email [email protected]

For more information visit the BUSHkids website https://www.bushkids.org.au/