Early Intervention Facilitator – Gladstone

Empower families/carers with Early Intervention guidance, information & supports

Making Early Years Count in the lives of children 0-9 years and their families

NFP Salary Packaging , PD Budget, Supportive Leadership and 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 services regardless of where they live.

As an Early Intervention Facilitator at BUSHkids, you will play a key role in our Early Childhood Approach (ECA) service stream. You will support families with children under 6 years of age showing signs of a developmental delay, as well as children under 9 years with a disability that have been referred to our services.

In this role, you will provide early intervention guidance and information for families that may include allied health supports, and work collaboratively with partner organisations aligned with the BUSHkids model of care. You may also assist families with NDIS access, connect them to appropriate mainstream and community services and contribute to building community engagement.

This is a wonderful opportunity to take on an incredibly rewarding role at BUSHkids assisting children, families and your local community where your involvement will make both a meaningful and lasting impact.

BUSHkids Benefits - What You Can Expect

A supportive and inclusive workplace driven by shared professional values

Very welcoming team and centre leader ready to support your growth and development

We provide NDIS and Early Childhood Approach training as well as a Supervisor for mentorship/guidance and support in your role

Collaboration with a network of Early Intervention Facilitators, Clinicians, and other staff across the organisation to share knowledge and expertise

Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills, professional and career progression

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

An attractive base remuneration ranging from $74,768-$81,677K (dependent on qualifications and experience) plus superannuation, leave loading, and portable long service leave

Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 in tax savings per year plus $2,650 meal and entertainment allowance. This represents up to an additional $5,935 in your pay to cover essential living expenses on top of your base salary.

Annual Professional development budget, paid PD leave (up to 5 days per year), and paid PD travel leave (up to 2 days per year)

Additional 3 days of gifted paid leave over the Christmas period

About You

We are seeking your strong understanding of child development and developmental delays, ideally gained through your experience as an Early Childhood professional. At the core, you are passionate about supporting families through early intervention and confident in guiding parents and carers through important conversations and initial steps in their child's early intervention journey and supports available.

This role offers the opportunity to move beyond a centre-based position to create a broader impact or to re-engage with the early years in a another way - making a difference by supporting children and vulnerable families within your region.

Extensive knowledge of early childhood development and developmental delays ideally combined with relevant Early Childhood qualifications. Alternatively you may have Child and Family Intervention qualifications/training and experience.

Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to build trust and rapport quickly

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

Understanding of the NDIS, choice and control and the principles of person-centred care

Proficient in MS-Office suite and experience using CRM, data management or case management systems

Strong written communication skills, including report writing, with high attention to detail and accuracy

Flexible and adaptable nature while maintaining clear boundaries around scope of work in service delivery

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

Valid Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or ability to obtain before commencement)

Current C Class Drivers' License

Evidence of Hepatitis B Vaccination status

Key Selection Criteria

Professional Practice

Knowledge and experience in early intervention and prevention services for families and young children including parenting.

Knowledge and skills in working with vulnerable families who may experience multiple barriers to accessing services.

Communication/Team Participation

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to work effectively in a local community to provide high quality services.

Able to develop strong professional networks and work collaboratively with other service providers.

Leadership/Work Unit Management

Committed to ongoing professional development and willingness to share knowledge and skills with others.

Able 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 written response to the Key Selection Criteria as part of your application. A full job description can be downloaded on the BUSHkids website at https://www.bushkids.org.au/professionals/join-our-team

Application Closing Date: 9AM Monday 6th October 2025

Enquiries can be directed to Michelle Clarke, Recruitment Co-ordinator on (07) 3518 7952 or email [email protected]

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