Child and Family Facilitator | Making Early Years Count

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children 0-13 years and their families

Empower families with knowledge, education and parenting support programs

Permanent part-time up 22.5 hours/wk | NFP Salary Packaging | Flexible Employer

BUSHkids is a not-for-profit organisation that has been at the heart of transforming lives of regional children across Queensland for 90 years. Our highly dedicated teams and volunteers are all driven by a shared vision that all children should have access to free allied health, early intervention, family and parenting support services regardless of where they live.

As a Child and Family Facilitator at BUSHkids Kingaroy, you will play a key role in delivering our Early Intervention and Prevention services. In this position, you will support children aged 0 to 13 and their families through a range of initiatives including child development programs, parenting education, school readiness programs, home visits, and supported playgroups.

Working closely with families, you will provide practical guidance, resources, and support to promote healthy development and overall well-being. Your focus will be on strengthening parenting skills and enhancing outcomes for children through our Children and Parenting Support services.

This is a permanent part-time role offering 15 to 22.5 hours per week with flexible scheduling across weekdays.

Key aspects of the position include:

Community Capacity Building

Professional development for early educators (including family day care) in areas of social-emotional development, play, parenting, early communication and other skill areas as indicated through community engagement and needs analysis

Workshops for parents and caregivers covering topics such as parenting, early communication, play, school readiness, social-emotional development, and other skill areas based on identified needs including fostering soft-entry involvement in the community

Network with key community stakeholders and attend relevant network meetings to strengthen collaboration

Participate in identified community events to engage and support local initiatives

Targeted Programs

Individual parenting support provided at home, in the community or online

Supported playgroups as needed

Child development programs (individual or group) led by Child and Family Facilitators for children aged 0-13 years, such as Fun FRIENDS and PALS, delivered through home visits, community sessions or online

Direct Intervention

Group and individual children and parenting support

Early language intervention groups for children and parents

Linking to and/or provision of relevant intervention services

Service Administration

Coordinate client appointments, including scheduling and rescheduling cancellations as needed

Prepare and plan sessions that include creating resources and developing session outlines

Maintain accurate client records and service documentation in compliance with medico-legal standards

BUSHkids Benefits - What You Can Expect

Collaboration with a like-minded network of other facilitators and allied health professionals across the organisation who are passionate and ready to share knowledge and expertise

A highly supportive and inclusive workplace driven by shared professional values

Access to the resources, guidance, and support you need to excel in your role

Flexibility and work-life balance to support your family and personal needs

Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills, professional and career progression. This includes an annual professional development budget, paid PD leave (up to 5 days per year), and paid PD travel leave (up to 2 days per year) pro-rated for part-time employees.

An attractive remuneration ranging from $72K to $81,500K base plus superannuation, leave loading, and portable long service leave. This will pro-rated in accordance with it being a permanent part-time position.

Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 in tax savings per year (full time employees). This represents up to $5,935 in your pay to cover essential living expenses, along with a $2,650 meal and entertainment allowance

Additional 3 days of paid leave over the Christmas period (pro-rated for part-time)

About You

We are seeking your experience working with families and children who have learning challenges, that include mild to moderate developmental delays or neurodevelopmental disorders such as ASD or ADHD. Ideally, you will have experience in health promotion and community education with a focus on child development and family support. Any prior experience in planning, implementing and evaluating group programs for young children and their families is highly regarded.

Diploma in Early Childhood Education OR tertiary qualifications in Teaching (Early Childhood Education), Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology, Physiotherapy or Dietetics (that includes current registration as required by your specific qualification)

Alignment with BUSHkids core values – Child-Focused and Family Centred, Collaborative and Accountable

Experience working with children and families in rural, regional and remote areas along with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

A practical can-do attitude with a passion for children, families and the community

Adaptable and flexible in nature with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills

Active listener with strong verbal and written communication skills

Valid Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)

Current C Class Drivers' License

Evidence of Hepatitis B Vaccination status

A highly fulfilling career awaits you at BUSHkids! This is a wonderful opportunity to take on an incredibly rewarding role assisting families where your involvement will make both a meaningful and lasting impact.

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, verbal, 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

Interested in joining our team? APPLY NOW!

Please include your resume and a maximum 2 page written response to the Key Selection Criteria as part of your application. Applications will be shortlisted and contacted as received, early applications are encouraged.

Application Closing Date: 11AM Tuesday 29th April 2025

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

Enquiries can be directed to Lindy Thornthwaite, Team Leader Children and Parenting Team on 07 3870 7288 or email [email protected]

We encourage applications from people with disabilities, as well as individuals from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and CALD communities.

Applicants received directly from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

Your future is bright at BUSHkids; and together we can create brighter futures for children across Queensland