Join Meli's Early Childhood Approach team and play a
vital role in supporting families of children with disability to navigate the
NDIS and access the supports they need to thrive.
As a Participant Support Practitioner, you will partner
closely with families to build their confidence and capability, help them
understand and utilise their child's NDIS plan, and connect them with
appropriate services and community supports.
Using a family-centred,
strengths-based approach, you will empower families to achieve meaningful
outcomes for their child while promoting participation, inclusion and wellbeing
in everyday life.
As a
Participant Support
Practitioner
, you will:
Support families to understand their
child's disability needs and navigate the NDIS pathway, including access,
planning, implementation, reviews and funding requests.
Provide clear information, guidance and
practical support to help families make informed decisions and effectively
utilise their child's NDIS plan.
Connect families with appropriate allied
health, mainstream, community and disability supports that enhance
participation and inclusion in everyday life.
Build trusting relationships with
families and key stakeholders to strengthen caregiver confidence, address
barriers to accessing supports and achieve positive outcomes for children
and their families.
Position Details
Full-time, fixed term position until 30 July
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1 FTE working 38 hours per week
$105,834 p/a + Super & Salary Packaging
What We're Looking For
We
value individuals who bring dedication, empathy, and expertise to their roles.
To succeed in this position, you will have:
Minimum Diploma qualification in Early Childhood Education, Allied
Health/Disability discipline or equivalent and experience




working with children under 9 and their families.
Demonstrated strong understanding of the
developmental, social and support needs of children with disability and their
families, and the ability to respond with informed, family‐centred and
culturally responsive practices.
Demonstrated high-level communication,
interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively
with children and families in diverse settings, complemented by strong time‐management
and organisational abilities that support independent, self‐directed work.
Current Victoria Driver's Licence
Why Work with Us?
At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform
to thrive, grow, and make an impact.
Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
includes:
Supportive
Culture:
Join a values-driven organization that fosters
collaboration and innovation.
Career
Growth:
Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities
and clear pathways for progression.
Financial
Perks:
Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year,
enhancing your financial well-being.
Work-Life
Balance:
Benefit from flexible ways of working.
Employee
Wellbeing:
Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups,
access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and
enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.
Diversity
and Inclusion:




Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and
actively supports individuals from all walks of life.
How to Apply
We're excited to hear from you!
Please submit your
application, including a résumé and addressing the key selection criteria in
the application form.
Applications close
11:59pm, Monday 24th August
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For more information about the position please contact
Linda
Percy, Team Leader – Early Childhood Approach on ************.
Join Our Commitment
Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment.
We
have zero tolerance of any abuse or harm of children.
Our recruitment practices
reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and
young people in our care.
All employment with Meli is subject to reference
checks, a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police
check, VIT Check (where applicable) and a current Working with Children Check
prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any
service or undertaking.
Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.
We
actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community
members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the
workforce.
Our usual process includes a written application, a phone
call and a panel interview.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment
process, please email us at
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to discuss
how we can best support you.
Take the Next Step
If you're ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact,
click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli.

📌 Participant Support Practitioner - Ndis Early Childhood Approach (Warrnambool)
🏢 Meli
📍 Warrnambool