Occupational Therapist - Part/Full time opportunities
NEW GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED to apply.
Opportunities available for a part or full time dedicated and motivated Occupational Therapist, to join a well established and thriving practice.
You must have a keen interest in working with children with disabilities, primarily Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Unlike many other providers, we have a beautiful physical workplace with collegial support and your own therapy/sensory gym.
The practice is a small multidisciplinary service that focuses on children and teens with developmental concerns based in the beautiful beach-side town of Busselton, Western Australia.
Practice services include clinical psychology, psychology, speech pathology, family support and occupational therapy services as well as diagnostic services and social groups.
The practice has an established reputation for providing excellence in service by dedicated professionals.
The practice also offers services to families from the greater Southwest area and offers additional home and school-based services.
About The Practice
A family centred practice with a dedicated team of people who genuinely care about supporting people.
We focus on the whole family unit and coordinate services to provide the best workable balance for families.
The practice is unique, in that it has outside spaces – including a lovely garden, courtyard and chickens, as well as group rooms and a sensory gym.
We have particularly lovely physical workspaces and believe we are a great place for new graduates and interns as we are experienced in providing the training and support, they need to grow and thrive.
We are a locally based, small service, which allows us to be highly flexible for employees to create a good work/life balance.
Within walking distance to town and the iconic Busselton jetty, we provide services in house as well as at schools and homes in the local area.
We are highly experienced in autism and psychometric assessments, as well as therapy and social groups.
As a team we work hard to support each other and also genuinely enjoy each other's company, so laugh a lot as well.
What's On Offer
•Competitive salary with up to $5000 relocation payment.
•Flexible work environment.
•A fun and positive workplace with a culture of support.
•The ability to be part of a wrap-around service for families.
•Leadership who will listen to you and allow you to seek professional development that align with your interests and abilities.
•Supervision and mentoring from our highly experienced team, as well as paid supervision as required.
•This is a salaried position which means paid holidays, leave etc.
•Administrative support.
•3 paid PD days/ year.
Essential Criteria Include:
1.
Bachelor of Science (OT) and registered or eligible to be registered with AHPRA.
2.
Experience in or strong interest in Autism Spectrum Disorder and similar disabilities.
3.
Excellent assessment and intervention skills.
4.
Demonstrated skills in evidence-based interventions.
5.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
6.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
7.
Working with children card.
8.
Professional Indemnity Insurance.
9.
Driver's license and roadworthy vehicle.
We have a shared work vehicle, but applicants must have a roadworthy vehicle and be prepared to travel to see local clients as required.
Experience in Autism Spectrum Disorder is preferred.
If there is an area of interest or specialty that you would like to provide in the practice this can be negotiated.
To apply, please provide a cover letter covering essential criteria 1-6 only and a recent resume that reflects your professional experience.
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