Early Childhood Key Worker Program

What is a Key Worker?

A Key Worker is a dedicated professional who provides guidance and support to families with children aged 0-7 years, helping them achieve their goals in a way that fits naturally into their daily lives. A Key Worker is there to ensure your child receives the right support in the right way, making a positive impact on their growth and development.

Key Responsibilities of a Key Worker: 

• Supporting child aged 0-7 years

• Working with the child, family and key individuals to develop and achieve your child’s goals 

• Regularly reviewing Therapeutic Support Plans to ensure continue improvement 

• Provides tailored supports implemented within the family routine, home, school and community. 

• Empowers and build parent/caregiver confidence 

• Engage in early years childcare, kinder and school programs to ensure continuity of care 

• Engage with care team professionals to ensure collaboration 
  

Benefits of a Key Worker Approach: 

• Provides a single point of contact for families ensuring consistent support 

• Reduces stress by simplifying access to services and resources 

• Encourages collaboration between families, professionals, and community services 

• Builds confidence in parents and caregivers through shared decision-making 

• Enhances early childhood development by supporting learning in natural environments 

• Strengthens family relationships by integrating support into daily routines

NDIS & the Key Worker Model: 

For Early Childhood Intervention, the NDIS highly values a family-centered approach focused on building functional skills and participation. The key worker model is central to this. They also manage the NDIS progress report, demonstrating how Capacity Building funding is helping your child achieve their developmental goals.

Learn More: 

Early Childhood Key Worker Program.pdf