About Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY)

HIPPY is a two-year home based, early learning program for families with young children. It helps families to create a fun home learning environment through play-based activities. HIPPY aims to support a smooth transition to school and inspire a real connection to and love of learning. It also provides parents and carers with the confidence and tools to support their child’s learning, empowering them as their child’s first educator and building positive connections between families and their child.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic HIPPY Mentor to join our team in Geraldton on Part-Time basis working Tuesday and Friday mornings. As a HIPPY Mentor, you will work closely with families to empower them in their role as their child's first tutor.

There may be an opportunity to work additional hours. Please note our Mentors will be working during term time only.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities include:

• Provide one-on-one support and guidance to families in the HIPPY program.

• Share educational activities based on the HIPPY curriculum, adjusting activities to suit different family needs with Coordinator support

• Participate in training for each activity pack before delivering to families

• Organise and attend regular home visits with assigned families.

• Monitor family progress and provide feedback.

• Assist with planning and conducting group gatherings, including shared supervision of children.

What You Need

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A passion for meeting and supporting families and children

• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle, with third party insurance minimum.

• Current Working with Children Check and recent National Police Check (within the last 6 months).

• Commitment to the two-year role to ensure continuity for families in the program.

• Experience or knowledge of the HIPPY program is highly desirable.

Why Join Us

• An exciting opportunity for parents looking to return to the workforce.

• Earn an hourly rate of $32.20 plus super.

• Be supported by our experienced and strength focused Program Coordinators.

• Recognition through our Aspire Reward & Recognition program.

• Free counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program.

How to Apply

Applications are due by 5pm Tuesday 15 April 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately, and the job posting may be removed earlier once suitable applicants are identified. Click the apply button now to submit your current resume.

Our Culture

At Child Australia, we are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity in our workplace. We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQA+, and people with disabilities.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

About Us

At Child Australia, we’re more than just an early childhood education provider. We’re a trusted leader in fostering growth and development for children across WA and NT. By working hand-in-hand with families, local communities, and early childhood professionals, we enrich the learning experiences that shape children’s earliest years. Our organisation is a cornerstone in capacity building within the early-to-middle childhood sector, offering professional development, online training, and valuable resources to support ongoing learning and excellence in care.

For more information, visit https://childaustralia.org.au/.