• Part-Time 30.4 Hours per Week

Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

New Program - Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY)

Kurbingui Youth and Family Development have been awarded the Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) program in Deception Bay.

This is a brand new exciting program to Kurbingui. HIPPY is a free, two-year, home-based early childhood learning program that empowers parents and carers to be their child's first teacher.

The objectives of HIPPY are to: 

• Provide a child with a structured education-focused early learning program at home.
• Improve children's preparedness for school and strengthen school participation.
• Build the confidence and skills of parents and carers to create a positive home learning environment.
• Support employment and community leadership opportunities for HIPPY coordinators, home tutors and parents; and strengthen communities.

Families that live in a HIPPY Catchment Area start HIPPY the year before school and continue during their first year of school. In the first year of HIPPY, families learn skills to get their children ready for school. 

In the second year, parents learn more about supporting their children's learning and development at school and at home. Families spend 10 to 15 minutes a day doing education activities with their children. A trained HIPPY Tutor meets with the family to practice HIPPY Activities.

HIPPY is supported by research that shows that children's most powerful learning comes from their family, and that getting a strong start at school sets children up for life. HIPPY also aims to strengthen both the communities in which it operates and the social inclusion of families and children.

The program offers some parents or carers a supported pathway to employment by allowing them the opportunity to be employed and trained as HIPPY Tutors and/or Coordinators.

Do you want to make a difference?

The vision of Kurbingui Youth and Family Development is to be a deadly organisation that supports our mob on their journey. Our mission is to build a flexible, sustainable organisation based on cultural values that can empower community to reach their potential. The values that we bring to our work are personal growth, harmony, accountability, communication, and teamwork.

About Kurbingui Youth & Family Development

Kurbingui Youth and Family Development (Kurbingui) is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that offers services primarily to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, individuals, families, children, and young people living within the Greater Brisbane, Moreton Bay and Southeast Qld regions.

Kurbingui delivers various community services covering areas such as employment and training, family support, domestic and family violence response, alcohol and substance abuse, cultural education and engagement programs, support for families and children from preschool to tertiary education, recreation and sports, early years, families, children and youth supports, women's and men's programs, cultural group activities, Youth Justice and NDIS. 

The Role: HIPPY Coordinator

The HIPPY Coordinator will oversee the day-to-day management of the HIPPY program in Deception Bay. You will play a key role in implementing the HIPPY model, supporting home tutors, and engaging with the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate the HIPPY program in line with service agreements.
• Lead and support a team of HIPPY Tutors, providing supervision, training, and guidance.
• Maintain effective administrative systems, including regular reporting and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with families, schools, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure program activities align with cultural safety principles and trauma-informed practices. 

Key Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Cultural Competence: Strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, protocols, and contemporary issues.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, manage, and support diverse teams. Demonstrated experience in the professional supervision of team members involving critical strength-based reflection, to enhance both their practice skills and professional knowledgebase.
• Child Development Knowledge: Understanding of child development, early learning, and the impacts of trauma.
• Time Management: Strong organisational skills to balance client engagement, reporting, and administrative tasks.
• Community Engagement: Experience working effectively with local communities, building networks, and fostering partnerships.
• Adult Learning: Experience supporting adult learners in educational or community settings.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication, with the ability to engage diverse families and communities.
• Administrative Proficiency: Strong skills in data entry, Microsoft Office and general program administration.
• Financial Management: Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and accountability.
• Problem-Solving: Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Mission, Vision, Values: Willing and able to work within a culturally safe context and Kurbingui Youth & Family Development’s mission, vision and values.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Education, Early Childhood, Community Development, Social Work, or related fields.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in early childhood services, early intervention programs, or community development.
• Mandatory Requirements:
  • Current Positive Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
  • Current driver’s licence with a clean record
  • Willingness to undergo a Criminal History Check
  • Up-to-date vaccinations against Whopping Cough, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis A & B, Pertussis, and COVID-19

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration under the Social, Community, Home Care, and Disability Services Industry Award
• Salary packaging options up to $15,899 annually, meal entertainment card, and novated lease options
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive team environment with external supervision provided
• Onsite parking and convenient access to public transport

How to Apply

Employment is conditional upon maintaining a positive blue card; clear personal driving history and police screening checks prior to and throughout employment.

Address your application to Stacey Douglas - Practice Lead.

Your application must include a resume and a cover letter that includes a response to the Key Selection Criteria listed above.

To request a copy of the position description please email Amy - [email protected] using the subject line: HIPPY Program Coordinator - Deception Bay enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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