Occupational Therapist - School Readiness ProgramPosted: 10/12/2024
Closing Date: 24/12/2024
Job Type: Contract
Location: Melbourne - Northern Region
Job Category: Occupational Therapy
Great People. Great Careers. Excellent Healthcare DPV Health is a leading healthcare service provider in Melbourne's northern growth corridor, delivering a wide variety of clinical, community health and wellbeing services.
Our People are the foundation of DPV Health; they are what make our organisation thrive and the ones who create meaningful change in people's lives. We are always looking for passionate, driven, great people to join our team and make a lasting impact. That is why we foster a workplace culture that is as rewarding as it is inclusive.
Our workplace culture is committed to DPV Health values and celebrates workforce diversity. Our People deserve to feel empowered and supported as they pursue their professional goals, learn new skills, and achieve meaningful milestones in their work.
Job Description Greatness starts here Are you looking for variety and flexibility in your work week? Are you wanting to make a real impact in the lives of young children, their families, and educators? An exciting opportunity awaits you in our Child, Youth & Family Team, sharing your knowledge and skills by building the capacity of educators and families. Due to growth and expansion of the program we are looking to fill a new position. Applications for both full and part-time employment will be considered.
A unique position has opened up for an Occupational Therapist within our School Readiness Program. You will work as part of a large, well-established, dynamic, and collaborative team. During your work week you will have the opportunity to:
Provide kindergarten educators and families with access to quality allied health programs through the School Readiness Funding initiative to support children to get the most out of their early learning.Use a capacity building approach to enhance the existing skills and knowledge of educators and families to support the learning and development of all children in the kindergarten program.Embrace innovation and responsiveness.Desired Skills and ExperienceBring your great, everyday! You will have experience working with young children and be passionate about sharing your knowledge and expertise to build the capacity of others.
A Bachelor or Masters of Occupational Therapy from a recognised university (or equivalent)Current full registration with the relevant body (AHPRA)A passion for supporting families and educators.The ability to form a good working relationship with your colleagues, families, and educators.The ability to develop collaborative partnerships with relevant stakeholders.Well-developed clinical skills in your discipline.Training in Hanen (SPARK) considered favourably.Understanding of family centred practice and strengths-based approach.The fine print Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check, International Police Check (if applicable).NDIS Worker Screening check (if applicable)Hold a valid WWCC.Full registration with relevant body (AHPRA)Full driver license as travel between sites required.Relevant working rights in Australia.Full or Part-time applications will be considered.If you are seeking a role in an excellent, innovative, and supportive team, in a progressive and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you. Applications will close on Friday 10th January at 5.00pm. Interviews will be offered to suitable candidates as applications are received. Position may be offered prior to closing date.
We kindly request you include a covering letter, addressed to Louise Farren-Price, detailing your motivation for joining DPV Health and highlighting the qualities you bring to this position.
For further information, please contact Louise Farren-Price (Team Leader) on 0409 295 039 or ******.
DPV Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring we have an inclusive, diverse and safe workplace for our staff and clients. We encourage all individuals to apply.
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