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.
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