Early Childhood Teacher – Manning & Great Lakes

by Kelly King | Oct 4, 2025 | Careers, News

Full Time Occupational Therapist – Kempsey

by Kelly King | Jun 5, 2025 | Careers, News

Early Connections Kempsey is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team.

Early Connections Kempsey (formerly Kempsey Early Intervention) is seeking a highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join our skilled and transdisciplinary team across the Kempsey Macleay region. If you are looking for flexibility and a supportive workplace with a diverse range of work opportunities, then this role is for you. This position is Permanent Part Time or Full time.

Early Connections Kempsey is the leading service provider within the region, servicing children 0-12yrs with a diagnosed disability or significantly delayed development. Our mission is to provide a quality early childhood intervention service, which works in partnership with families and the community to improve each child’s participation in inclusive mainstream environments in the Kempsey Macleay area.  We are a verified NDIS Service Provider and have been rolled out within this scheme since July 2017.

Why work for us:

• Diverse range of clients with a variety of needs and diagnosis.
• Highly experienced team of Early Intervention Specialist Teachers, Speech Pathologists, Allied Health Assistants, Psychologist and Occupational Therapists.
• Be a part of the Early Connections Alliance (from Taree to Coffs Harbour) and benefit from the knowledge and experience of a vast allied health and education team.
• Work alongside our experienced senior therapists and teachers who can provide supervision and ongoing mentoring if needed.
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Flexible, family-friendly work arrangements
• Flexibility in working hours with the option to take up to 9 weeks paid leave year
• We are an established NDIS provider.

The role:

• Provide assessments, interventions and therapy to children 0-12yrs with a diverse range of disabilities.
• Supporting clients in the home, preschool services and school environments to provide an inclusive model of practice. Early Connections Kempsey has extensive existing relationships within the community.
• Opportunity to work within a transdisciplinary model and to provide consultation to Speech Pathologists, Psychologist, Occupational Therapists and Early Childhood Educators and Families.
• Educational sessions for parents, teachers, preschool staff etc.
• Using digital technology including the Echidna CRM (client record management) system and iPads.

The successful candidate will:

• Have relevant qualifications and be registered with and a current membership with AHPRA.
• Have a commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice and family centred approach to service delivery.
• Have excellent communication and documentation skills using technology effectively
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Experience in disability and paediatrics
• Knowledge or willingness to adopt routine-based therapy strategies to facilitate child development.

Travel is reimbursed and your own car and a current driver’s licence are a pre-requisite for the position. A current Working with Children Check and Police Check is also required.

Location: Kempsey and the Macleay region.

Send Applications to: Applications must address the selection criteria. Send applications to kirstymainey@earlyconnectionskempsey.org.au

Applications close: June 23rd 2025

For a confidential discussion call Kirsty Mainey Tuesday-Friday on (02) 6562 6491.

Speech Pathologist – Early Connections Coffs Coast

by Kelly King | Mar 12, 2025 | Careers, News

We are seeking a Speech Pathologist to join the Early Connections – Coffs Coast Team.

The core purpose of this role is to develop and deliver Speech Therapy programs and treatments to children 0 – 6 years. The Speech Pathologist works as part of a transdisciplinary team to deliver education, therapy and support for children with and NDIS plan who are living with a disability or developmental delay, and their families.

Early Connections – Coffs Coast employs a team of 21 Early Childhood Intervention professionals including Early Childhood Intervention Teachers, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapist, Counsellor and Allied Health Assistants. Our team collaborates to draw from each discipline’s knowledge, skills and experience to create a Team Around each Child and Family.

Early Connections – Coffs Coast is a registered NDIS provider delivering Early Childhood Intervention, education, therapy, and support for children and their families. We work in partnership with families using a Key Worker model, which focuses on relationships and building a connected team around each child and family.

Our team is known for their commitment, stability and long-term retention. The Team’s well-being and stability is a priority for Early Connections – Coffs Coast and is embedded into our workplace culture. We know that a committed and stable team is vital for the families we work with. Feeling safe and secure with familiar adults and a sense of connection is essential for creating optimum environments for children’s learning, early childhood development and achieving NDIS goals.

We are looking for the right person to complement the team. Please call Caryn for a chat if you would like to know more.

Employment incentives and benefits

• Annual Professional Development and Training allocation including in house mentoring, coaching and external supervision as required
• Whole team Planning days each Term, including sharing professional knowledge and practice across disciplines
• Gradual building of caseload (depending on experience)
• Low billable hours targets – 60% or under, depending on experience
• 5 WEEKS annual leave per year (pro-rata), including 3 weeks close down period in Dec / Jan.
• Reduce your Tax through Salary Sacrificing, unique to Charities – (up to $15,899), Meal and Entertainment Card (up to $2,650) and Novated Leasing options available.
• Local Community Connector available to support you in settling into community, providing advice and support with housing, partner’s job support, childcare / school, leisure connections and more
• Working within a highly experienced team to deliver the recognised international ECI Best Practice model
• Professional Development & Training allocation of $2,000 in first year and $1,000 annually thereafter (Pro-rata). PD&T courses will include specialty discipline specific training and relevant training related to delivery of Early Childhood Intervention
• Pay rates are set well above the national Health Professional & Support Services Award
• Be a part of the larger Early Connections Alliance (from Forster to Coffs Harbour) and benefit
• from the knowledge and experience of a vast allied health and education team, with annual training and collaboration opportunities
• Staff are supported through access to well-being training and psychology supports through our Employee Assistance Program
• Supplies include laptop, access to I-Pads, modern resources and equipment, Echidna CRM system
• IT supports from our local IT company

The successful candidate will:

• Have University Speech Pathology qualifications and current SPA registration
• Have a commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice, family centred approach to service delivery
• Have excellent communication and documentation skills using technology effectively Have the ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Have good time management and organisational skills, including the capacity to set own priorities and goals
• Have proven previous experience with assessments, CRM, report writing and client notes.
• Sound understanding of infant and child development
• Travel will be required in your own car for the role. Current driver’s license and comprehensive car insurance are a pre-requisite for the position
• A current Working with Children Check, NDIS Workers Check and First Aid Certificate is also required (or willingness to acquire)
• Part Time status will be negotiated on employment and may be dependent on applicants’ level of experience. Position will be made permanent following 6 month probation period

Email caryn@earlyconnections-coffscoast.org.au with your resume and cover letter.

Please call Caryn Maher (Program Manager) on 6652 8080 to discuss further.

Applications close by Friday 4th April 2025

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Paediatric Speech Pathologist – Early Connections Manning and Great Lakes

by Kelly King | Mar 12, 2025 | Careers, News

We are seeking a motivated Speech Pathologist to join our team!

Part or Full Time Position / Speech Pathologist (experienced or New Grads welcome). 

Early Connections- Manning and Great Lakes (formerly Manning and Great Lakes Early Intervention) is seeking a highly motivated Speech Pathologist to join our expanding team. Our staff of 25 includes skilled EC Teachers, Therapists and Allied Health Assistants who will offer a supportive environment for our new staff member. Work as a Speech Pathologist within the “Team around the Child”, family centred approach. The position is available either as a full or part time position and offers a family friendly, flexible workplace.

Early Connections – Manning and Great Lakes is the leading service provider within the region, servicing children 0-12yrs with a diagnosed disability or significantly delayed development. We are a registered NDIS Service Provider providing Therapy and Educational supports through this system.

Why Our Staff Love Working For Early Connections:

• Paediatric focused position, build your career working with children and families!
• Training and extensive supervision in role and generous PD.
• Gradual caseload and reasonable billable targets.
• Work with our team of experienced Speech Pathologists, offering face to face supervision & mentoring.
• 5 WEEKS leave per year! Additional financial rewards and incentives through Employment Hero dollars!
• Save tax through generous Salary Sacrificing, unique to Public Benevolent Institutions (PBI’s) – (up to $15,899), Meal and Entertainment Card (up to $2,650) and Novated Leasing all available.
• Staff tell us they feel more supported in our team than they have with other employers – “the Team at EC feels like Family”.
• Local Community Connector available to support you in settling into community (accommodation, partner’s job support, childcare/school, leisure connections and more).
• Up to $3,000 subsidised relocation/accommodation costs offered. Come and see what the Great Lakes and Manning regions have to offer!

Why work for us:

• Work within a highly skilled team within Best Practice model of service in Early Childhood Intervention.
• Supervision (face to face) from experienced Speech Pathologists in 1:1 and team supervision.
• PD allocation of up to $2,000 in first year and $1,000 annually thereafter (Pro-rata). PD courses may include HANEN, SOS Feeding, Paediatrics, Behaviour Supports etc. We support your interest areas.
• Full or Part time roles negotiable with potential for RDO’s and flexible hours.
• Salary packaging and financial incentives, including significantly above award rates, plus additional paid leave. 
• Access relocation costs where needed.
• Diverse range of clients with a variety of needs and diagnosis.
• Highly experienced team of Early Intervention Teachers, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, Psychologist and Allied Health Assistants.
• Be a part of the Early Connections Alliance (from Forster to Coffs Harbour) and benefit from the knowledge and experience of a vast allied health and education team.
• Staff are supported through access to wellbeing and psychology supports through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Access Employment Hero program, including staff rewards and recognition program.
• We are an established NDIS provider and also offer supports throughout the community.

The role:

• Provide assessments, interventions and therapy to children 0-12yrs with a diverse range of disabilities.
• Build a gradual caseload and enjoy achievable billable expectations and support.
• Service aimed at building the capacity of the child and family in natural, inclusive settings. Early Connections – MGL has extensive existing relationships within the community.
• Opportunity to work within a transdisciplinary model and to provide consultation to Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapist, Psychologists and Early Childhood Teachers and families. Opportunities for advancement.
• Work with and support Allied Health Assistants.
• Working between two sites (Taree and Tuncurry).
• Using state of the art technology including the Echidna CRM (client record management) system and IPads. Laptop provided with IT supports from a local IT company.

The successful candidate will have:

• Speech Pathologist qualification (or pending completion) and registered with appropriate Board eg SPA.
• Commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice, family centred approach to service delivery
• Have excellent communication and documentation skills using technology effectively
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Experience preferred, however New Grads welcomed and supported under New Grad program.
• Ability to organise time and set priorities
• Sound understanding of child development.
• Vaccination against COVID-19 is essential.

Travel needs supported by work vehicles, however some private travel in your own car is required, current driver’s license and comprehensive car insurance are a pre-requisite for the position. A current Working with Children Check, NDIS Workers Check and First Aid Certificate is also required.

Part Time status will be negotiated on employment and may be dependent on applicants’ level of experience. Position will be permanent following 3mth trial period.

Location: Taree and Tuncurry

Send Applications to: Applications must address the selection criteria. Send applications to Sally Gibson: manager@earlyconnections-mgl.org.au

Applications close:  Fri 11th Apr 2025. Ongoing expressions of interest thereafter.

For a confidential discussion call Sally Gibson on (02) 6552 7333.

Paediatric Physiotherapist – Early Connections-Coffs Coast

by Kelly King | Feb 20, 2025 | Careers, News

We are seeking a Paediatric Physiotherapist to join the Early Connections – Coffs Coast Team.

• Part Time Position – by negotiation to be flexible and family friendly
• Paediatric experience with infants and families preferred
• This is a unique and valued role at Early Connections- Coffs Coast.

The core purpose of this role is to deliver physiotherapy interventions and treatments to children 0 -6 years. This role is also responsible for the coordination of the Gumnuts Program. This program is a unique part of Early Connections – Coffs Coast’s charitable services to the community. When children are born prematurely or experiencing complication at birth and are potentially at risk of disability / developmental delay, they are referred to this Program by the Special Care Nursery. Importantly, this role connects with families at this vulnerable time and monitors infants’ development providing suggestions and support to families in the first 12 – 18 months.

Early Connections – Coffs Coast employs a team of 21 Early Childhood Intervention professionals including Early Childhood Intervention Teachers, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapist, Counsellor and Allied Health Assistants. Our team collaborates to draw from each discipline’s knowledge, skills and experience to create a Team Around each Child and Family.

Early Connections – Coffs Coast is a registered NDIS provider delivering Early Childhood Intervention, education, therapy, and support for children and their families. Our program supports families with infants and children 0 – 6 years with developmental delays or children living with a disability. We work in partnership with families using a Key Worker model, which focuses on relationships and building a connected team around each child and family.

We are looking for the right person to complement the team. Our team is known for its stability and long-term retention. We know that a committed and stable team is vital for the families we work with. Feeling safe and secure with familiar adults and a sense of connection is essential for creating optimum environments for children’s learning, early childhood development and achieving NDIS goals.

We also know that children learn best in their natural environments where they are most comfortable. Therefore, we deliver the program across multiple community environments including our purpose built centre, family homes, preschools and early childhood education settings, community pools and playgrounds.

Employment incentives and benefits include:

• Annual Professional Development and Training allocation including in house mentoring, coaching and external supervision as required
• Whole team Planning days each Term, including sharing professional knowledge and practice across disciplines
• Gradual building of caseload (depending on experience)
• A mix of funded and non-funded clients
• Low billable hours targets – 60% or under, depending on experience
• 5 WEEKS annual leave per year (pro-rata), including 3 weeks close down period in Dec / Jan.
• Reduce your Tax through Salary Sacrificing, unique to Charities – (up to $15,899), Meal and Entertainment Card (up to $2,650) and Novated Leasing options available
• Local Community Connector available to support you in settling into community, providing advice and support with housing, partner’s job support, childcare / school, leisure connections and more
• Working within a highly experienced team to deliver the recognised international ECI Best Practice model
• Professional Development & Training allocation of $2,000 in first year and $1,000 annually thereafter (Pro-rata). PD&T courses will include specialty discipline specific training and relevant training related to delivery of Early Childhood Intervention
• Pay rates are set well above the national Health Professional & Support Services Award
• Be a part of the larger Early Connections Alliance (from Forster to Coffs Harbour) and benefit from the knowledge and experience of a vast allied health and education team, with annual training and collaboration opportunities
• Staff are supported through access to well-being training and psychology supports through our Employee Assistance Program
• Supplies include laptop, access to I-Pads, modern resources and equipment, Echidna CRM system
• IT supports from our local IT company

The successful candidate will have:

• University physiotherapy qualifications and current AHPRA registration
• A commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice, family centred approach to service delivery
• Excellent communication and documentation skills using technology effectively
• The ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Good time management and organisational skills, including the capacity to set own priorities and goals
• Proven previous experience with assessments, CRM, report writing and client notes
• A sound understanding of infant and child development.
• Current driver’s license. Travel will be required in your own car for the role. Comprehensive car insurance are a pre-requisite for the position.
• A current Working with Children Check, NDIS Workers Check and First Aid Certificate is also required. (or willingness to acquire)
• Part Time status will be negotiated on employment and may be dependent on applicants’ level of experience.
• Position will be permanent following 6 month probation period.

How to apply:

Email: caryn@earlyconnections-coffscoast.org.au with your resume and cover letter.

Applications close by Wed 12th March 2025. Ongoing expressions of interest thereafter.

Download detailed Position Description here.

Download detailed Job Pack here.