Early Childhood Coordinator

About Us:

Bidgerdii Community Health Services is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled primary health care service, operating in the Rockhampton and wider Central Queensland region for more than 30 years.

Bidgerdii provides comprehensive primary healthcare and wellbeing services, collaborates with partner agencies for integrated continuity of care and advocates for health policy and health system reform.

Our services include general practice bulk-billing clinics, social and emotional wellbeing and generalist counselling services, chronic disease management, preventative health screening, children and family health and early childhood education services. 

What we Offer:

We offer excellent working conditions with up-to-date technology, great work life balance with flexible work hours (Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm).We also offer excellent career progression and development opportunities in an innovative, community focused organisation where we are committed to continuous improvement and have exciting plans for the future. 

Other perks for joining us (not limited to):

• Competitive Salary
• Salary Packaging
• Awesome Organisation Culture
• 12% Employer Superannuation Contribution
• 17.5% Leave Loading

About the Role:

The purpose of the Early Childhood Coordinator (ECC) is to ensure that every child has the opportunity to develop to their full potential, so they have a smooth transition to school and become successful lifelong learners. As the Early Childhood Coordinator, you will improve pathways and connections for families experiencing vulnerability and disadvantages to access early childhood education, health, and development services.

As an Early Childhood Coordinator (ECC), one is expected to be an active team member of a team that provides high-quality early childhood education and care to children.

This includes:

• Developing strong relationships with children at the service.
• Developing strong relationships that support and partner with families and the community.
• Always implementing the policies and associated procedures of the organisations; and
• Working with other staff towards continuous improvement in all service operations areas.

This is an Indigenous – identified position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander decent (pursuant to Section 14 (d) of the Anti-discrimination act. Please indicate within your application if you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander decent.

About You:

You a compassionate, optimistic individual wanting to make a difference in people’s lives especially our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and also have the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in early childhood or working towards one is highly regarded. A diploma in children’s services or a Cert III may be considered if you have experience/knowledge in a similar field.
• A sound understanding of curriculum planning and evaluation of play-based early childhood learning and development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and other professionals in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Ability to support practices aimed at improving learning, development and, school readiness outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
• Knowledge of commitment to evidence-based learning and development, including nature play.
• High-level knowledge and experience in using computers and office software, particularly Microsoft Office Suite, and a willingness to learn and use other software packages.

Practical Requirements:

Bidgerdii Community Health Service is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all children. We have a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and ensure that all staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children. As part of this commitment, this role requires a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and police record checks, and all applicants should be aware that these checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

• Valid Blue Card (Working with children check)
• Current C Class Drivers Licence (QLD) – essential
• Current CPR Certificate
• Immunisation requirements – It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against the following vaccine preventable diseases: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, COVID19 and pertussis (whooping cough) during their employment.
• Satisfactory Police Criminal History Check.
• Travel as required for service delivery

 Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on successful applicants recommended for employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), police criminal history check, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Bidgerdii strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.