Expressions of Interest - Occupational TherapistsWanslea is inviting expressions of interest from Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists who are interested in joining our Early Childhood Intervention program as Early Childhood Practitioners. In this role, you will support families with children facing disabilities, developmental delays, or other developmental concerns. Your responsibilities will include conducting functional assessments, planning and delivering early support for children aged 0-6 years, and connecting families with NDIS services. Please note that this position is primarily administrative, with a strong emphasis on report writing and coordination of services.Work with a supportive multi-disciplinary Allied Health team.Unique opportunity to work in an organisation that is passionate about diversity and inclusion.Permanent, full-time contract / part-time contract (30 hours p/week) will also be considered.Office location: Various Perth locations.Starting salary from $99,148.48 + superannuation.Not-for-profit salary packaging options, save up to $18,550 on tax each year!Comprehensive induction and orientation.Opportunity to apply your clinical skills to project work.Opportunity to expand on your knowledge of the disability sector.Extra paid break between Christmas and New Year.Many additional employee benefits including discounted childcare rates at our amazing early learning and development centres, ability to purchase additional leave, mental health leave, paid parental leave, and an Employee Assistance Program.The successful candidate will hold a Degree in Allied Health (Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology) and demonstrate the following skills and experience:A sound understanding of Early Childhood Intervention best practice principles.Proven ability to complete complex child development assessments, plans and reports.Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the issues, trends and legislation underpinning the provision of early intervention services to people with developmental delay and/or disability.As an Early Childhood Practitioner you will:Provide Early Childhood Intervention best practice specialist support services to children who have a developmental delay or disability, including initial supports.Work with children and their families to determine needs and appropriate specialised early intervention support.Undertake early childhood assessments and prepare reports.Develop individual plans in partnership with families.Initiate collaborative professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders including children's service providers, community and specialist services.Identify and provide information and referrals to families that reflect their needs and links them into appropriate universal and specialist services to meet their child's developmental needs.Deliver high-quality ECA services in accordance with the program guidelines, Early Childhood Intervention best practice principles and relevant legislative obligations.If you have a genuine passion for advocating for and empowering children and their families and would like to submit your Expression of interest, please submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.To learn more about Wanslea visit: Wanslea WebsitePosition Description Link: View Position DescriptionYour application will include the following questions:What is your understanding of the NDIS and Early Childhood Intervention?Are you willing to undertake relevant workplace screening, such as a Working with Children Check, National Police Check and any other screening required for this position?Are you able to provide proof of Australian work rights?Do you hold the relevant qualifications for this role?Are you willing to undergo a Pre-Employment Medical if required?
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