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Lifestart has grown to be one of the leading providers of allied health and therapy services for children and young people living with disability or delay in NSW. This amazing achievement would not have been possible without the wonderful work of our dedicated staff who form the backbone of our organisation.

As an organisation, we value and support the development and success of each individual. Lifestart offers an attractive salary, including generous salary sacrifice options. We provide on-going training and learning opportunities, a structured and supportive management system and above award benefits.

Lifestart welcome all enquiries regarding employment, however all current opportunities are listed below. We appreciate the time our applicants take to express their interest in working at Lifestart and have included some additional information to assist you with your application.

 

Applying for a Role

If you are interested in any of the listed opportunities, please submit your application by email to our HR team: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Your application should include a covering letter (maximum of 2 pages) and your resume (maximum 5 pages) which clearly details how your capabilities, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of the role.

All successfully submitted applications will be reviewed by our team. Candidates will be notified within three working days following the successful reception of an application.

Lifestart welcomes applications from culturally and linguistically diverse candidates, suitably qualified people who may have a disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

Applicants must successfully undertake pre-employment police check for these positions.

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Occupational Therapist

Location:

 Epping and Pennant Hills, NSW

Employment:

Full Time

Level of Experience:
  • A degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Current professional registration with AHPRA.
  • 2+ years’ experience in Occupational Therapy.
  • Experience working with children and young people with disability.
  • Demonstrated experience working in inclusive environments.
  • Experience in prescribing equipment is highly desirable.
  • Current Working with Children Check number.

The Role:
  • Work in natural environments providing intervention, support and strategies.
  • Deliver flexible and individualised suppots to meet the needs of children and young people and their families, as outlined by their indivdual plan.
  • Support the rights of children and their families.
  • Work Collaboratively with the team to achieve positive long-term outcomes.

Please download position statement

Applications Open

 

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Occupational Therapist

Location:

 Sydney Olympic Park, NSW - Targerting the Inner West

Employment:

Full Time

Level of Experience:
  • A degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Current professional registration with AHPRA.
  • 2+ years’ experience in Occupational Therapy.
  • Experience working with children and young people with disability.
  • Demonstrated experience working in inclusive environments.
  • Current Working with Children Check number.
  • A current driver's licence and use of own car. 

The Role:
  • Work in natural environments providing intervention, support and strategies.
  • Deliver flexible and individualised suppots to meet the needs of children and young people and their families, as outlined by their indivdual plan.
  • Support the rights of children and their families.
  • Work Collaboratively with the team to achieve positive long-term outcomes.

Please download position statement

Applications Open

 

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ECEI Coordinator

Location:

 Gosford, NSW

Employment:

Full-time | Part-time - Contracted to June 2021

Level of Experience:
  • University qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work or Psychology.
  • Demonstrated experience in working in early childhood intervention.
  • Experience with individualised planning and funding options, and family centred approach.
  • Current Professional Registration or eligibility for registration where appropriate.
  • Current Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain one. 
  • Hold a current Drivers Licence and access to a registered vehicle.

The Role:
  • Working in a strengths-based approach to empower and strengthen the ability of families/ carers to advocate for and make informed decisions regarding their child's development and needs.
  • Assessing and determining appropriate early intervention supports and services for children 0-6 years of age.
  • Supporting families to access other relevant mainstream and community support services as required to support their needs, and the needs of their child.
  • Assisting in deleloping and building the capacity of local mainstream and community services to increase inclusion for children with developmental delay or disability.

Please download position description

Applications Open

 

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ECEI Aboriginal Coordinator

Location:

 Unanderra and Norwa, NSW

Employment:

Full-time | Part-time - Contracted to June 2021

Level of Experience:
  • Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
  • Sound knowledge of Aboriginal/ Torres Strait Islander heritage and culture
  • Tertiary Qualifications in a related early childhood, allied health or social science
  • Experience delivering services and support in disability services, particularly to children, or early childhood intervention
  • Knowledge of NDIS, individualised planning and funding options
  • Hold a current drivers licence and access to a vehicle, to perform the role

The Role:
  • Working in a strengths-based approach to empower and strengthen the ability of families/ carers to advocate for and make informed decisions regarding their child's development and needs.
  • Assessing and determining appropriate early intervention supports and services for children 0-6 years of age.
  • Supporting families to access other relevant mainstream and community support services as required to support their needs, and the needs of their child.
  • Assisting in deleloping and building the capacity of local mainstream and community services to increase inclusion for children with developmental delay or disability.

Please download position description

Applications Open

 

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ECEI Coordinator

Location:

 Unanderra and Norwa, NSW

Employment:

Full-time | Part-time - Contracted to June 2021

Level of Experience:
  • Qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology.
  • Demonstrated experience in working in early childhood intervention.
  • Experience with individualised planning and funding options, and family centred approach.
  • Current Professional Registration (AHPRA or SPA)
  • Current Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain one. 
  • Hold a current Drivers Licence and access to a registered vehicle.

The Role:
  • Working in a strengths-based approach to empower and strengthen the ability of families/ carers to advocate for and make informed decisions regarding their child's development and needs.
  • Assessing and determining appropriate early intervention supports and services for children 0-6 years of age.
  • Supporting families to access other relevant mainstream and community support services as required to support their needs, and the needs of their child.
  • Assisting in deleloping and building the capacity of local mainstream and community services to increase inclusion for children with developmental delay or disability.

Please download position description

Applications Open

 

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ECEI Coordinator

Location:

 Malabar, NSW

Employment:

Full-time | Part-time - Contracted to June 2021

Level of Experience:
  • University qualification in Physiotherapy or allied health background.
  • Demonstrated experience in working in early childhood intervention.
  • Experience with individualised planning and funding options, and family centred approach.
  • Current Professional Registration (AHPRA)
  • Current Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain one. 
  • Hold a current Drivers Licence and access to a registered vehicle.

The Role:
  • Working in a strengths-based approach to empower and strengthen the ability of families/ carers to advocate for and make informed decisions regarding their child's development and needs.
  • Assessing and determining appropriate early intervention supports and services for children 0-6 years of age.
  • Supporting families to access other relevant mainstream and community support services as required to support their needs, and the needs of their child.
  • Assisting in deleloping and building the capacity of local mainstream and community services to increase inclusion for children with developmental delay or disability.

Please download position description

Applications Open

 

 

 

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