Part-Time, 8 Months Fixed Term, start February to September Maternity Replacement Not for Profit Salary Packaging – Balwyn location St Paul's College is a Catholic Special Education school that sits within Villa Maria Catholic Homes (VMCH). St Paul's College community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. St Paul's College is committed to provide a child safe learning environment.
St Paul's College is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School's Child Safe Policies and Staff Code of Conduct according to Ministerial Order No. 870 .
About the role
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist for a maternity replacement to support educational goals facilitating students' participation through improving students' functional capacity and providing developmental opportunities to students with a disability.
About you
Specifically, your key responsibilities will include:
Development and provision of Occupational Therapy services Group, small group or individual service delivery through a consultative model which promotes social interaction and maximum inclusion and transfer of skills and knowledge Implementation of relevant informal and standardized assessments of skills as required for students with a wide range of disabilities and impairments Development and implementation of programs, strategies and materials to enable students to access goals set as part of Individual Learning Plans together with daily living skills Provision of consultation, education services, resources, strategies, advice and support for families and members of the college trans-disciplinary team in the areas of student access to programs and daily living skills Qualifications:
Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) or equivalent Desirable:
Some experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you. Apply Now !
Why VMCH?
Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:
A positive and supportive workplace culture Excellent Salary Packaging benefits Ongoing professional development A competitive salary Employee Assistance Program Paid parental leave Praise program – where we recognise and reward the terrific work of our staff Don't just take our word for it, take a look at what our staff are saying:
About us
Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, compassion, respect, and inclusion aren't just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we've been around for over a century, we're always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you
To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, an Australian Criminal History Check, Evidence of Flu and Covid Vaccinations, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. You may also be required to supply an International Police Check.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.
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