Support Worker

Uplyft are looking for a caring and motivated individual to support children with developmental delays or disabilities and their families through our Early Childhood Approach (ECA) program.

About Uplyft 

Uplyft (formerly Wanslea) is a leading provider of services for children, young people, and families across Western Australia. Founded in 1943, we have now expanded to offer a wide range of programs and services that support children, young people and families at every stage of life.

Why join Uplyft? 

At Uplyft, your work makes a real difference. You won’t just have a job — you will support children, young people, and families, helping to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.

We value people who bring their whole selves to work. Our team reflects our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where differences are celebrated and every voice matters.

Joining Uplyft means being part of a professional, purpose-driven organisation where your skills, ideas, and compassion help transform lives every day.

• Fixed Term full-time position until 30/06/2027
• Based at one of our Perth Metro Offices (Bibra Lake or Innaloo) with free parking on site
• Salary starting from $92,016.12 per annum plus superannuation
• Opportunity to salary package
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues

About the Role

This role is responsible for providing best-practice therapy assistance, early childhood education, and parenting support to children with developmental delays or disabilities and their families. The position focuses on building positive, trusting relationships with children and their parents or caregivers to support the achievement of goals outlined in the Initial Supports Plan.

Key responsibilities include managing initial enquiries and providing families with clear information about the Early Childhood Approach (ECA) program, supporting children and families throughout the initial supports process, and completing detailed observational reports following sessions. The role also involves contributing to the preparation of summary reports at the conclusion of the initial supports period to help identify children’s needs, document progress, and inform appropriate next steps.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have the following qualifications, skills, experience and attributes:

• Diploma or Certificate IV in Allied Health, Children’s Services, Human Services, or an equivalent qualification, with relevant experience in a support-based role.
• Demonstrated understanding of early childhood development, family-centred practice, and the functional and social impacts of disability, including the importance of social inclusion.
• Experience delivering evidence-informed parenting, allied health or early years programs to support children and families.
• Strong interpersonal, written communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Experience working with diverse communities, with cultural awareness and sensitivity when supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities.
• Experience in a similar role within a disability support organisation or relevant experience as a Support Worker, Child Care Worker, Parenting Practitioner, Residential Care Worker or Carer.

Apply Now 

Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.

For any queries please contact Skye Upton, Talent Acquisition Partner on 08 9245 2441.

To learn more about Uplyft visit:  http://www.uplyft.org.au.

Uplyft reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Uplyft encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.

Uplyft is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.