Department: Individual & Community ServicesCompany DescriptionAutism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia's largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world.
A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.Job DescriptionOur trusted Aspect Therapy team aim to support and empower individuals on the spectrum and their families/support network to bring about meaningful change based on functional goals.
We work in partnership with the individual and their families/support network to identify strengths, areas of need, and develop support strategies that build capabilities and work with participant's interests.
We meet participants in their community setting to work on transferrable skills that shape their everyday lives.Start and end every day with an organisation at the forefront of service delivery in an NDIS environment, knowing that you're doing something amazing.QualificationsWhat you bring:Tertiary qualifications in occupational therapyFully registered with AHPRACurrent driver's licence, use of own vehicle for business purposes (reimbursed per km) and willingness to travel across your local communityNDIS Worker Screening Check clearanceWorking with Children Check for paid employment for the state you reside inNDIS Worker Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety and You' certificate.
If you have not already completed the free module, click here to access it.You may be required to provide an international police clearance$81K - $120K pa FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop + reimbursement of daily work kms travelled + tollsA comprehensive and tailored induction program to support you as you develop your own caseloadA strong individualised support and supervision structure so you know we have your backA versatile working day supporting three to four people each dayLeave entitlements including paid parental leave, generous sick/carer's leave to support your wellbeingPractical internal and external professional development opportunities to keep you at the top of your gameReward and recognition program - Outstanding performance doesn't go unnoticedInternal, yearly National Conference for ongoing career development and networkingPositive Behaviour Support (PBS) training to extend your knowledge and skillsTo apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional.
We do not accept CV's directly via email.Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.Please note that we are not accepting resumes from recruitment agencies for this role.Enquiries should be directed to: Tracy Harington Hawes, Operational Leader, is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply.
We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.#J-18808-Ljbffr