Occupational Therapist (Grade 2), Acute PaediatricsRewarding career opportunity in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment committed to providing holistic, individualised care to young patients, ensuring they receive the support, understanding, and treatment they deserve.Join our Paediatric Ward, a dynamic environment where we care for infants, children, and adolescents, mental health, neurodiversity, and a range of other complex care needs.If you are passionate about working with children and young people, and thrive in a collaborative, supportive setting, we would love to hear from you.Join an innovative public health service with progressive clinical, leadership, and research training opportunities that is committed to optimising care within our region.About Barwon HealthBarwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency, and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training, and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.About the facilityChildren's Services at University Hospital provides care to the Geelong community and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to innovative, holistic family-centred care. The Children's Ward is a vibrant, 28-bed general paediatric unit caring for infants, children, and adolescents with a variety of medical and surgical conditions.About the RoleThe successful applicant will provide high quality, evidence-based, flexible and responsive occupational therapy services for inpatients (age 0-18) including but not limited to those with eating disorders, neurodiversity, mental health diagnoses, and complex disabilities. The role provides opportunities for teaching, supervision, support, and development of less experienced staff and undergraduate students. The role also includes a 1:4 weekend shift requirement, creating opportunities for the successful applicant to broaden their clinical assessment and discharge planning skills across a varied acute clinical caseload.About the cultureChildren's services within the Paediatrics ward is a busy workplace and our staff are positive, inclusive, and promote a strong culture of support for all. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and management who exhibit our Barwon Health values: respect, compassion, commitment, accountability, and innovation. The Acute Occupational Therapy team forms part of Barwon Health's wider Allied Health department and are integrated into many service programs across the continuum of care. We are a supportive group with expert senior clinicians and Occupational Therapy managers leading the way. With our inclusive and collaborative approach to our profession and your career, we encourage you to engage in quality improvement initiatives, work on specific projects, and take part in specialised professional development. Our people are devoted to caring for the community; we take pride in the exceptional patient care we provide and enjoy the fun camaraderie from the supportive people we work with.BenefitsExcellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.Wide range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.Financial rewards for contributing to the weekend roster and public holiday service with benefits of penalty rates and extra grant leave for working 10 or more weekend shifts per year.Diversity and InclusionWe believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities, and identities.We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at ****** with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.Contact person: Angela McLoughlanEmail: ******#J-18808-Ljbffr