Occupational Therapist

at; Österreich; Vor Ort; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A community-focused early intervention organization in Austria is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to provide individualized transdisciplinary intervention and support children's inclusion in community settings. The ideal candidate must have an approved occupational therapy qualification and current registration with AHPRA. This role offers ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifikationen

• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Eligibility for membership of OT Australia.
• Commitment to family centred practice.

Aufgaben

• Provide individualised transdisciplinary early intervention.
• Support the inclusion of children into community settings.
• Select, implement and monitor assistive technology.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of paediatric occupational therapy

Family-centred practice

Ausbildung

Approved qualification in Occupational Therapy

Jobbeschreibung

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Wanting a varied role in occupational therapy which includes community engagement, projects professional development, professional supervision and ongoing opportunities for growth and development? Looking for a team focused on the quality of early childhood intervention services and the well‑being of both our families and our Team? Then this role is for you!

ABOUT EARLYED

EarlyEd is a dynamic and innovative organisation committed to delivering services that reflect best practice developments in the disability, allied health and early childhood intervention sectors.

Services are delivered based on the child's and families' needs at home, early childhood centres, schools, our EarlyEd centres and at community programs.

EarlyEd has been operational under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) but also attracts other funding from other government departments and grants.

Established for over 45 years EarlyEd and has two main offices with centres across the Northern and Western Sydney areas. Staff are based in Northern and Western Sydney from centres at North Sydney and Forestville, Merrylands and Kingswood. This reduces travel time for staff and builds local community connections.

About the position

EarlyEd is looking for part time occupational therapists.

In this role, the OT will utilise their knowledge of paediatric occupational therapy intervention, child development, family centred practice and mainstream activities to:

Provide individualised transdisciplinary early intervention to manage issues that may impact learning, behaviour, motor, sensory processing and the achieving of developmental milestones i.e. enhancing a child's independence, self‑care, play and social skills.

Support the inclusion of children into community settings including early childhood settings, community activities and schools

Select,implementand monitor assistive technology and mobility equipment prescription.

EarlyEd recognises that some applicants may have limited paediatric or disability experience.

EarlyEd's Transdisciplinary Services

EarlyEd’s transdisciplinary approach includes the key worker role as part of team around each child and family. EarlyEd teams include educators, speech pathologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, family support workers and program assistants.

SELECTION CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL

Approved qualification in Occupational Therapy

Current registration with AHPRA

Eligibility for membership of OT Australia

Commitment to family centred practice

Highly developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

Current driver's licence and access to a car.

You will need or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check

DESIRABLE

Experience in:

Supportinginfants, young children with delays/disabilities and their families

Adapting home, play and learning environments as well prescribing and implementing adaptive equipment

Including children in mainstream early childhood services and school settings as well as community, sport and recreation opportunities

Positive behaviour supports and the development of behaviour management plans across home and community settings.

Working with CALD, ATSI and vulnerable families

Leadership and management

Community capacity building and training

TO APPLY:

Address the selection criteria and include:

a cover letter outlining briefly why the role is of interest

a C.V.

the names and contact details of 2 professional referees

EarlyEd welcomes applications from culturally and linguistically diverse candidates, suitably qualified people who may have a disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applications will be interviewed on receipt if suitable and are appointed on merit. Avoid delays in sending in your application as new employment opportunities occur on an ongoing basis.

Kerry Dominish
Early Education
Chief Executive Officer
02 99232727

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as an occupational therapist?
• Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?

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