Program Manager – Early Intervention Services

Brand new role available. Intereach is expanding our services to children and their family’s who are concerned about their child’s development and do not have funded NDIS supports. This is an opportunity to help develop and shape the future of Early Childhood Intervention services at Intereach.\nLeading a multidisciplinary team providing early intervention supports to children 0-5 years. \nNo billable hours\nHave a significant impact on children and families.\n\nLocation: Any Intereach location\n\nEmployment Type: Full-time (part time considered)\n\nFixed Term: Yes, to 30 June 2027\n\nAward: The role is classified under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award but paid in line with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award Level 6.\n\nStarting Salary: $110,102 per year plus superannuation and access to salary packaging benefits.\n\nAs the Program Manager – Early Intervention Services you will:\n\nWork alongside families with children (0-8 years) who have developmental concerns, developmental delay and/or diagnosed disability, to implement the NDIS Early Childhood approach.\nThis role will be responsible for implementing Early Supports. Early Supports are designed for families of children aged 0-5 years who are concerned about their child’s development, who do not have a funded NDIS plan or are not eligible for the NDIS.\nLead, coordinate, and support operational delivery of early childhood intervention services across all service regions within the NDIS Early Childhood Partner program.\nLead a centralised multidisciplinary team of Early Childhood Practitioners delivering intervention through individual sessions, group programs, and family capacity-building approaches.\nOversee service delivery to ensure it meets contractual requirements, aligning with best practice early childhood intervention principles, and support positive developmental outcomes for children and families.\n\nThis is a dynamic and rewarding role where no two days are the same, and your contribution will make a real difference in people’s lives.\n\nFor further details, you can request a copy of the Role Profile by emailing careers@intereach.com.au.\n\nAbout You\n\nAn experienced leader and/or have a strong understanding of early childhood intervention and a passion for supporting children and families. Balance operational demands, with workforce support and development and strong program safeguarding.\nWe are seeking organised problem-solvers who are passionate about community and inclusion.\n\nTo succeed in this role, you will bring:\n\nTertiary qualifications in Allied Health, or Early Childhood Education with eligibility for registration with professional body.\nDemonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams, including supervision, performance development, and fostering a positive team culture.\nStrong knowledge of evidence-informed early childhood intervention and family-centred practice, with the ability to translate best practice into consistent service delivery (individual, group, and capacity-building approaches).\nExperience leading continuous improvement activities, including monitoring service quality, addressing practice issues and implementing standardised processes and tools\nA commitment to living the Intereach values and working as part of a diverse, supportive team.\n\nTo view the full selection criteria, you can request a copy of the Role Profile by emailing careers@intereach.com.au.\n\nEmployee Benefits\n\nIntereach prides itself on supporting our staff. Employee benefits include:\n\nGreat perks! Increase your take home pay through Salary Packaging, join our Fitness Passport, access Flare and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), participate in our Workplace Giving Program, utilise generous leave entitlements (for eligible employees).\nFlexibility to support work life-balance and wellbeing.\nA diverse and inclusive workplace. Come to work as you are!\nGrowth and development – take advantage of various learning opportunities.\nA role with purpose.\nA friendly and supportive team.\n\nMore Information\n\nFor further information related specifically to the role please contact:\n\nAngela Hoffman (Recruitment Officer) on 1300 488 226 or careers@intereach.com.au for general enquiries or confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.\nJess Dodd (Senior Manager Early Childhood Early Intervention) on 0429 513 439 for any role specific enquiries.\n\nWe are an Inclusive employer and proudly welcome applicants from all walks of life. People of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures are encouraged to apply.\n\nWe welcome unpaid carers, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people, the LGBTQI+ community, people with a disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.\n\nAs a Child Safe organisation Intereach is committed to upholding high standards of child safety in everything we do. We strive to create and maintain an environment where all children feel safe and respected. We uphold the UN Convention on the rights of the child.\n\nReady to apply? \n\nClick ‘Apply Now’. \n\nApplications close: Tuesday 10 June 2026 at 10:00am. We encourage you to apply promptly as applications may close prior to the closing date. Applications will be assessed as they are received, with suitable candidates contacted and progressed without delay. \n\nTo be considered for this role we encourage you to upload a resume and cover letter highlighting your skills, expertise and suitability for the role. \n\nWe can offer alternative ways of applying for anyone who may not be able to apply online or who require additional support.\n\nIf you are successful in gaining an interview you will be contacted by phone. If you are not successful in gaining an interview, you will be notified via email. \n\nCompany Overview\nIntereach is a well-respected community organisation supporting 38 local government areas with over 550 staff and more than 30 impactful programs. We’re proud of our strong culture and our vision of Strong Connected Communities. We believe in people, and we invest in your growth and wellbeing.