The organisation

VPG is a leading non-profit organisation committed to improving childhood wellbeing and development. VPG is looking for dynamic and energetic staff to deliver our Children and Parenting Program - Every Family. To find out more about VPG visit www.vpginc.com.au

The opportunity

This hybrid working role, blends working from home with outreach to local schools, communities, and services. This position can be full or part time by negotiation, for a fixed term maternity period of 12 months. (Work vehicle provided for outreach)

In this role, you will provide opportunities for parents to engage in activities to increase their knowledge and skills, raise awareness of childhood development, and increase social support within communities. Working within an early intervention and prevention approach, you will also work with children to improve their mental, emotional, and developmental, wellbeing and capabilities. Activities may include facilitating individual and group School Programs, PPP Positive Parenting Coaching, Circles of Security, Bringing up Great Kids Coaching, and Peers Support Groups. Activities will be delivered face to face or digitally to best suit parent/family needs.

The benefits

VPG is offering an attractive remuneration package consisting of an all inclusive salary and Super and the opportunity to increase the value of your take-home pay with NFP salary sacrifice options. Vehicle provided for work related outreach. Salary Expectations: SCHADS Level 3-4 dependent on qualifications and experience.

You will also be provided with the opportunity for ongoing professional development to become accredited in a variety of parenting programs and supervision within a highly experienced team. 

Role requirements

1. Tertiary qualifications in related field Allied Health/Health, Education, Social, Work, Human Services, Psychology etc.
2. Knowledge/experience in childhood development and working with families/parents.
3. Current Qld Drivers License .
4. Qld Blue Card.

Applying

Applicants are encouraged to request a position description by emailing Angela Wienert at angela@vpginc.com.au

All applicants must submit their applications in PDF format, by email to the above address.

You will only be considered by providing the following information in your application:

1. current resume
2. copies of all qualifications held
3. a covering letter detailing your interest in the role and working across the Cassowary Coast.

We conduct interviews during business hours 8.30am–5pm. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted regarding their application.