Early Childhood Coordinator

$83,988 + super + not for profit salary packaging benefits Permanent Full Time position Location: Devonport TAS 7310 Rewarding work - every day you know you are making a real difference Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose. The NDIS The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports people with disability to participate in and contribute to improving social and economic life, as well as provide certainty that people with disability will receive the care and support, they need over their lifetime. The NDIS provides multiple ways to assist people with disability to exercise choice, including taking reasonable risks in the pursuit of their goals and the planning and delivery of their supports. One of the ways this is done is through Local Area Coordination (LAC). For more information, please visit https://www.ndis.gov.au. Your Opportunity The Early Childhood Coordinator (ECC) works with children aged 0-9 (and their families & carers) to help them achieve the best possible outcomes throughout their lives. Early Childhood Coordinators are the first point of contact for parents who are concerned their child may have developmental concern, delay or disability. Based in Devonport, Tasmania, the EC Coordinator will empower children and their families to build capacity, exercise choice and engage with the services available. You will work directly with families, both in-home and in community settings, to assess and develop suitable goals and supports for children. We promote wellbeing, development, and community engagement through a family-centred approach. Successful candidates will be consistently approachable, positive, passionate, open, professional, and respectful to all participants. Your Key Responsibilities Assist children, their families & carers with information to understand what the NDIS is and how it applies to them Provide advice on community services and supports that are available; facilitate referrals and introductions Build capacity of children, families, and carers to identify their goals, strengths and needs, and plan for their future Facilitate informal and formal assessments for children 0-9 years Collect and record accurate information to support NDIA decision making and development of the NDIS plan On-going person-centred approach because of an individualised profile prior to the referral to services Assist participants who are not eligible for ECC services with mainstream linkages and referral. Empower children with developmental delay or disability, their families, and carers to build and pursue their goals, exercise choice and control and engage with the Scheme Requirements for Success With a significant background in the child, youth & family and/or disability sectors, you will be confident in your case management and assessment processes. Other requirements include: Comprehensive understanding of the Disability, Child, Youth and Family Services sector, including Child Protection, the requirements of the Disability Services Act 2011, and the Children, Young Persons and their Families Act 1997, National Disability Insurance Scheme, personalisation, Human Rights and Citizenship for people with a disability Experience working in Early Childhood and/or Disability Sector Qualifications in Early Childhood Development and/or Allied Health are desirable Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with all people to establish effective relationships Demonstrated well-developed organisational, time management and administrative skills with the ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines Strong computer literacy skills with the capacity to work with various participant management data portals to create and maintain participant records Proven ability to work effectively and as part of team and to enhance positive workplace culture Demonstrated experience in maintaining professional boundaries while engaging in person-and family centred work NDIS Worker Screening and NDIA On-Boarding requirements Must have Full driver licence with no restrictions Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people. Our Culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We're committed to the safety and wellbeing of each other and the people we serve. We recognise and respect diversity. So, whoever you are, if you are skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. Find out more about a career with Mission Australia. We encourage applications from people with disability and Indigenous Australians. If you have a disability and need support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au. Your Benefits To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including: Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay) Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support. Volunteering opportunities Extra leave available including an additional public holiday and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave. How To Apply To be considered for this opportunity, click 'apply' and send your application today! As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. Applications for this role are shortlisted as received and we are interviewing through the advertising period. Apply quickly to be considered for this Soul satisfying role.