Key Worker - Northern Adelaide

Role overview

Everyday Independence is hiring a Key Worker in Salisbury, South Australia. The role can be either full time or part time, with part time set at four days per week. The organisation is a large allied health provider with more than 40 hubs around Australia and works using a social model to support inclusion for people with disabilities.

The team is seeking motivated, purpose-led practitioners who want to make a meaningful difference. The workplace offers stability, guided mentoring, supervision, ongoing learning, professional development, career progression and a values-based culture.

What the role involves

The Key Worker will support NDIS participants, especially children aged 0 to 8, along with their families, to achieve meaningful and positive outcomes. A strong commitment to appointments before and after school is important, as these are the most requested times for therapy delivery.

The work is varied and may include delivering therapy in homes, schools, playgrounds and community settings, completing initial family visits, collaborating with educators and allied health professionals, coaching parents, supporting routines, documenting and billing sessions through an online system, attending team meetings, and taking part in mentoring and learning sessions.

About Everyday Independence

Everyday Independence is one of Australia’s largest therapy providers and continues to expand. The organisation focuses on early childhood intervention and disability support, with a collaborative team of therapists, educators and support staff working together to help children and families thrive.

Candidate profile

To be considered, applicants need a relevant tertiary qualification and the required professional registration or membership for their discipline. Suitable backgrounds include Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology, Early Childhood Teaching or Special Education, and Social Work.

The employer is also seeking people with at least 12 months of experience working with children aged 0 to 8 and their families, along with direct experience supporting children with disability. Strong communication, flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth are essential. A valid Australian driver licence, an NDIS Worker Screening Check, and a Working with Children Check are also required. Availability for before and after school appointments is mandatory.

Rewards and support

The role comes with continuous learning supported by experienced early childhood and allied health clinicians. Benefits include an attractive salary package, vehicle options, laptop, phone, performance and loyalty bonuses, flexible scheduling, clinical and operational support, and access to a broad range of wellbeing and development perks.

Additional benefits

Extra perks mentioned include pet-friendly hubs, in-house career coaching, a professional development budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events, and confidential counselling through the Employee Assistance Program.

Other details

This role is based in Salisbury, South Australia, and is offered on a full-time basis or part-time across four days each week. The position is focused on early childhood intervention and disability support, with a strong emphasis on family-centred practice and collaborative teamwork.

Who will thrive here

This opportunity suits people who are values-driven, enjoy working in a multidisciplinary environment, and want to build a career in early childhood therapy, clinical mentoring, or operational leadership while contributing to better outcomes for children with disabilities and their families.