Allied health professionals wanted as DI Facilitators - Western DE area

Australian Healthcare Associates

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

About us Australian Healthcare Associates (AHA) is Australia's largest specialist health and human services consultancy. Now in our 35th year, we partner with federal, state and territory governments to improve health and social outcomes for Australians by delivering evaluations, reviews and program administration engagements of major national importance. AHA’s story is all about its people. We pride ourselves on our supportive and inclusive culture, and on the vision, creativity, and drive of our staff. Our high-performing team of passionate and talented individuals works collaboratively to deliver great outcomes for our clients. AHA has secured the contract to assist the Victorian Government Department of Education (DE) to deliver the Disability Inclusion Profile to all Victorian government schools. About the role We’re looking for Facilitators to deliver the profile in the Western DE area. Living within the Western DE area, you have a background in Inclusive Education and a minimum of 5 years of experience working with children with additional needs, their families, and their school. You will be part of a team of experienced student focused professionals (Disability Inclusion Facilitators) who will visit schools to facilitate Disability Inclusion Profile meetings. We are passionate about ensuring the quality of our work and the wellbeing of our team. In addition to facilitating the profile meetings, you will be supported to participate in extensive training and development activities, including: Regular shadowing provided by your Team Leader and other Facilitators. Extensive initial training as well as ongoing training and development opportunities. Regular ‘quality improvement days’. Continuing professional support and guidance from your Team Leader. Comprehensive training and support in the conduct of Disability Inclusion Profiles will be provided. Your home will be your base, and you will visit schools to facilitate profile meetings. In addition to providing leave for the school holiday period, we are keen to discuss opportunities for a work structure that suits you and your family, including the option to work full time or 4 days/0.8 FTE. On offer Excellent remuneration: $110,365 salary + 12% superannuation (FTE). Permanent, ongoing role. Flexible working arrangements, school visits balanced with working from home. Work time to be aligned with Victorian school terms i.e., work during school terms and not work during school holidays. Extensive training provided in the use of the new strengths-based tool. Ongoing training and support.

Requirements

• Qualifications as a Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist/Therapist, Psychologist or Social Worker.
• Current AHPRA/SPA/AASW registration.
• 5+ years of experience working in/with schools.
• Extensive knowledge of child development, disabilities or learning challenges that students may experience.
• Strong understanding of the principles of inclusion in education.
• Understanding of a strengths-based approach.
• Experience in group facilitation.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail combined with an ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to write concise and accurate reports.
• Openness to constructive feedback and a reflective and continuous learning mindset.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Valid Australian driver licence and reliable own car – required for travel.
• Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Disability Inclusion Profile meetings
• Participate in extensive training and development activities
• Visit schools to facilitate profile meetings

Benefits

• Excellent remuneration: $110,365 salary + 12% superannuation (FTE).
• Permanent, ongoing role.
• Flexible working arrangements, school visits balanced with working from home.
• Work time to be aligned with Victorian school terms i.e., work during school terms and not work during school holidays.
• Extensive training provided in the use of the new strengths-based tool.
• Ongoing training and support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees