Early Childhood Coordinator - Far North Coast

Job Description

Join our vibrant & inclusive Early Childhood team on the Far North Coast Temporary Full Time role to 30 June 2025 $79,628.61 pa + Super + Salary Packaging available Who are we? The NDIS Partners in the Community Program (PITC) supports the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to be implemented at a local level. As a NDIA partner, Northcott will deliver the NDIS Early Childhood Approach (ECA) service to local communities in Northern NSW, Mid North Coast, Hunter New England, Northern Sydney and Western Sydney. The EC approach supports the activities that will improve independence and social participation of children aged 0-9 years with developmental delay and/or disability. What does this role look like on a daily basis? You will engage at several points along the journey with a child and their family. Each day will have different and often competing challenges for you to assess and demonstrate knowledge around, including but not limited to: Knowledge of 0-9 developmental milestones and the impact of known & unknown disability on children and their families' support networks Meeting Early Intervention Access with the NDIA Receiving and interpreting various reports from allied health professionals and conveying that information to the family in a way that is easily understood Liaise with community groups, overcome language barriers, respect and be culturally responsive to various community groups across Lismore and surrounds. The skills and experience we are looking for include: Minimum Diploma tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences, Early Childhood Education, Allied Health Professions or other relevant professional field Understanding the importance of implementing a tailored and personalised approach to children and their families - one size does not fit all Moderate report writing and IT skills including database management as you will write reports, and provide details to the NDIA on a child’s developmental and functional abilities, so proficient use of a computer is essential Strong communication & interpersonal skills Experience providing support to families using a family focused and strengths based approach Demonstrated experience supporting and implementing evidence based early childhood intervention strategies with families using a capacity building approach Other requirements include: Current Driver's Licence - P1 minimum Valid Working with Children’s Check Clearance - mandatory Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDIS WC) or willingness to obtain – mandatory Working Rights in Australia for Full Time Employment Induction Training program – We have a tailored training program to help you understand how we meet targets and see the highest standards Supportive and experienced Team Leaders & Managers – we want to see you succeed! Diverse and Inclusive– Our teams are multi-cultural and make it a point to embrace different cultures and opinions Benefits we offer A diverse group of people in a great team environment, who share knowledge, pursue growth and a desire for excellence. Salary packaging, Perkbox, health and wellbeing benefits and more Great leave entitlements & flexible working environment. The role will be covering the local region as it involves some travel to meet the child and families/carers in their community and home environment. To apply, please provide an updated Resume along with a brief covering letter giving an overview of your skills and experience relevant to the requirements of the role. If you have any questions outside of the information provided, please email Amy Jenkin on About us: We don’t just focus on the bottom line. Our passion is to support children and families with both undiagnosed and diagnosed disability to live the life that they choose. As a large not-for-profit organisation we offer an inclusive culture, a diverse group of people in a great team environment, growth and desire for excellence. We also offer salary packaging, great leave entitlements and a flexible working environment available. Agencies need not send through applications. When applying internally, Northcott employees are required to notify their Manager and should be aware that their Manager may be asked to endorse their application. Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. Diversity and Inclusion Statement Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at #J-18808-Ljbffr