Careers
The Role: Occupational Therapist
An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. You will support children aged 2-17 to achieve their goals.
- Multidisciplinary meetings and opportunities to discuss complex cases and learn
- Receive support from Senior therapists, Clinical Leads as well as your Team Leader
- After your initial shadowing period you will still receive a minimum of 1 hour of fortnightly supervision
- Travel to clients is not required – work entirely from the clinic if desired!
- Gradually increasing caseload across your first 3 months
Within this role you will be responsible for:
- Paediatric caseload primarily working with ages 2-17
- Meeting with parents or caregivers to conduct initial consultations.
- Liaising with parents or caregivers to establish child and family-centred goals.
- Conduct therapy to support children to achieve their goals.
- Developing resources for therapy and home programs.
- Liaising with other professionals that are involved in the child’s care.
- Manageable client-related responsibilities (approximately 70% of your time), with the remainder allocated for administrative duties and continued learning
- Clinic-based role located in Blackburn with opportunities for school contracts and home visits if desired
- Caseload will be gradually increased over the first 2-3 months, ensuring a smooth transition into the profession
About You:
As our newest Occupational Therapist you will have a passion for paediatrics and a caring and empathetic approach to your work. You will have:
- Positive energy!
- A love for working with children
- Passionate about Bilingualism
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent
- Working with Children Check and National Police Check
- Sponsorship provided to the right candidate
- Graduates and students due to complete their studies are highly encouraged to apply
