• Full time or Part time positions
• Location: Bundaberg

ABOUT BUSHkids ORGANISATION

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

BUSHkids Services 

Children’s Allied Health Services are delivered at regional Centres based in Bundaberg, Dalby, Emerald, Mount Isa and Warwick, with satellite sites delivering Children and Parenting Support Services in Inglewood, Stanthorpe, Kingaroy/Nanango and Agnes Waters/Miriam Vale.

BUSHkids is the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) Partner in the Community for the delivery of NDIS Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) Services for Bundaberg, Rockhampton and Central Queensland areas servicing Emerald and Gladstone; with the Fraser Coast servicing Hervey Bay, Maryborough, Kingaroy and Cherbourg; and the Sunshine Coast servicing Maroochydore and Gympie areas.

BUSHkids also works in partnership with the Department of Education (DoE) to provide eKindy in rural and remote Queensland to ensure all children receive good quality early years opportunities prior to entering formal education.

Regional activities are coordinated by a team of support staff located in the BUSHkids offices based in Toowong, Brisbane.

Our Purpose

To support children’s health, developmental, educational, and social and emotional wellbeing through equitable and accessible health services.

Our Vision 

All Queensland children reach their potential regardless of where they live.

Our Values • We Are 

• Child-focused and family-centred 
• Collaborative
• Accountable

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION 

This position works as part of the service delivery team providing services to families with children aged 0-6 years with developmental delay or disability who may be eligible for an NDIS plan.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Early Intervention Facilitator works as part of service delivery team providing NDIS planning and early intervention under the direction of the team leader, for families with children aged 0-6 years with developmental delay or disability.

The Coordinator role is responsible for providing NDIS planning under the direction of the team leader, for families with children aged 0-6 years with developmental delay or disability.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Providing information and resources to the families about NDIS and services which will address their goals
• Adhere to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) statement of requirements
• Provide care when and where it best meets the clients’ needs including on site, at home and in the community
• Undertake intervention work with families under supervision of ECEI team coordinators
• Undertake accurate and timely documentation and communication. This includes but is not exclusive to statistical information, clinical notes, reports, responses to inquiries, verbal and written documentation to referrers, clients and others
• Assisting families to determine and plan for the services that are reasonable and necessary for their child
• Develop and maintain resources as required by the service delivery team

Other tasks include:

• Actively participate in general staff meetings
• Attend training sessions (in-house and external) when required
• Know and apply BUSHkids policies and procedures; and be familiar with and understand workplace health and safety and apply these in the workplace

QUALIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS / OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

Essential Requirements

• A practical, can-do attitude and a passion for children, families and the community
• Excellent interpersonal 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

Mandatory Requirements

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or certificate stating medical contraindication
• Proof of Hepatitis B Vaccination status
• Current C Class Queensland Drivers Licence
• Blue Card – Queensland’s Working with Children Check OR Combined NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and Blue Card

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• The successful applicant will be required to provide certified copies of required documentation prior to formal offer of employment
• Each staff member is appointed to the appropriate classification level based on their clinical experience
• Travel and overnight stays from the centre may be required of this position 
• 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
• A non-smoking policy applies in all BUSHkids buildings, offices and motor vehicles 
• All staff are required to complete a six (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

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

A full job description can be downloaded on the BUSHkids website at: https://www.bushkids.org.au/professionals/join-our-team/

Applications will be shortlisted as received, early applications are encouraged.

Enquiries can be by phone 3870 7288 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Early Intervention Facilitator - Bundaberg enquiry via EthicalJobs.