Youth Lead Practitioner - South Eastern Sydney

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Job title – Youth Lead Practitioner
Location – Bankstown
Employment Type – Full time or Part time (4 days per week)

About Everyday Independence
With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is a dynamic allied health organisation committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change
makers are on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

As one of the Australia’s largest therapy providers, Everyday Independence is growing with confidence and welcoming passionate, purpose driven practitioners who want to make a real impact. At Everyday Independence, you’ll find job stability, structured mentoring and supervision, continuous learning and professional development, career pathways and a values-driven culture.

About The Role
We are looking for Youth Lead Practitioners to support adolescents and young adults aged 9-25 as they navigate life with a disability, from adolescence through to early adulthood.

As a Youth Lead Practitioner at Everyday Independence, no two days will be the same. If you were here last week, these are some of the things you may have done:

• Led the interdisciplinary youth team that plans a young person’s NDIS funded therapy package, acting as the main contact for adolescent and young adult participants and their families
• Utilised assessment and intervention skills to support youth participants to achieve their educational, personal, social, and working life goals
• Worked within the social model which means you’ll have worked and delivered therapy in diverse settings, from homes and schools to playgrounds, workplaces and community centres
• Held meaningful, future-focused conversations with participants and their supports
• Empowered participants and their families to develop habits and routines
• Built meaningful relationships with your participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
• Documented, and billed for, each session through our online participant management system
• Attended the weekly team meeting in the Hub, sharing stories of impact, coffee and laughs
• You’ll have met with your Team Leader and Therapy Mentor to tap into their clinical knowledge and/or support

Who We Are Looking For
At Everyday Independence, our team thrives on shared values and a collaborative spirit. We’re on the lookout for individuals who resonate with our values and can seamlessly integrate into our dynamic environment.
To work as a Youth Lead Practitioner, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification and registration.

• If you are a Youth Worker, you will have a Bachelor of Master’s degree in Youth Work and YWA membership
• If you are a Social Worker, you will have a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Social Work and AASW membership
• If you are a Specialist Educator, you will have a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Special Education and AASE membership
• If you are a Registered Nurse, you will have a Bachelor of Nursing and AHPRA registration. 

You will also need:

• Minimum 12 months experience working with youth aged 9-25
• A positive and flexible approach to work
• Strong communication skills and be a team player
• Commitment to personal and professional growth
• Demonstrated experience working with people with a disability
• Willingness to work to billable targets
• A valid Australian driver’s license
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Children’s Check

What We Offer

• Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry-leading early childhood clinicians and allied health practitioners to help you excel.
• Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration, plus additional benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance and loyalty bonuses.
• Bonus Potential: Earn up to $3,000 annually for meeting role expectations and up to $10,000 annually by increasing your billable time to support more participants.
• Flexible Working Options: Enjoy calendar control and create a week that works for you.
• Opportunities for Growth: Growth opportunities are endless! Explore clinical mentoring/education or operational leadership career pathways.
• Supportive Environment: Dedicated operational, clinical and admin support so you can focus on what you do best. Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, collaborating with experts in the field.
• Everyday Perks: We offer a range of additional perks including pet-friendly hubs, in-house career coaching, professional development budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events and access to confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program.

Join the Change Makers
At Everyday Independence, your understanding of young people to deliver effective, future-focused support isn’t just valued; it’s crucial in driving positive change for youth with disabilities and their families. Apply today and start your journey as a change maker.