Early Childhood Specialist
Apply locations: Cairns QLD
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago
Time left to apply: End Date: December 22, 2024 (25 days left to apply)
Job requisition id: JR103062
Permanent Full-Time or Part-time Position Location: Cairns with Hybrid/ WFH Options!
Must have qualifications in Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy Rewarding work – every day you know you are making a real difference Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us.
Your Opportunity Mission Australia delivers the Early Childhood Approach as an NDIS Partner in the Community. Early childhood partners work with children younger than 9 who have a disability and children younger than 6 where there are concerns about their development.
As an Early Childhood Specialist, you will collaborate with our existing National Early Childhood Specialists and with our Early Childhood Coordination (ECC) team to provide evidence-based, family-centred specialised support.
The role offers the chance to empower children and their families, helping them build capacity, make informed choices, and engage with available services. Working in-home, virtually, and in community settings, you'll assess needs and develop tailored goals and plans for each child.
Your key responsibilities will be to: Work as part of a national team to support children, families, and their carers to identify their strengths and areas they would like to improve.
Utilise specialised expertise to share and collaborate with Early Childhood teams to achieve child and family outcomes.
Ensure children and families have access to timely and specialised clinical developmental support.
Conduct assessments in consultation with Early Childhood Coordinators.
Implement Family Support plans on either a group or individual basis.
Engage and upskill staff as well as the broader community on their specialised expertise in child development.
Requirements for Success Must hold qualifications in Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy.
Currently registered or able to be registered with Speech Pathology Australia or AHPRA.
Understanding and experience in the Disability, Child, Youth, and Family Services sector.
Knowledge of child development delays and/or disability.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to establish and build rapport, engage and influence stakeholders.
Ability to travel for work where required.
Exceptional time management and prioritisation skills.
Full driver's license with no restrictions.
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Our Culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment.
If you live with a disability and require support to submit your application, please email
We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Your benefits Rewarding work – every day you know you're making a real difference.
Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax.
Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support.
Volunteering opportunities.
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
Extra leave including Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off.
How to apply Click 'Apply' and send your application today!
As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.
Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you. About Us Since 1859, we've been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact.
Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disabilities and much more.
Mission Australia believes a person's circumstances shouldn't define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential.
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