Occupational Therapist

Department of Education and Training; Darwin; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Education and Training in Darwin is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a regional team within the Multi-tiered System of Support framework. You will provide direct service delivery to schools and conduct environmental assessments with students, parents and teachers to plan interventions that support educational outcomes.

This fixed-term vacancy offers opportunities at P1–P3 levels depending on experience and qualifications, with a remuneration package in the mid-$80k to

Responsibilities

• Provide direct service delivery to schools within a Multi-tiered System of Support framework.
• Conduct environmental assessments with students using observation and interviews with parents and teachers to plan interventions.

Job description

Vacancy Number: 047039

Agency: Department of Education and Training

Number of Vacancies: Several

Work Unit: Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services

Location: Darwin, Palmerston

Primary Objective: Occupational Therapists work within a regional team providing direct service delivery to schools. They work within a Multi-tiered System of Support framework to build capability of educators to support students to maximise their educational outcomes. Occupational Therapists perform environmental assessments with students using observation and interviews with parents and teachers to plan and implement interventions for students with movement and sensory processing concerns that may be having a direct impact on educational outcomes. One fixed term vacancy is available working in Darwin and Palmerston. Selection will be made at the P1, P2 or P3 level depending on the experience and qualifications of the successful applicant.

Contact: Brooke Pedersen, A/Assistant Director on 0499 873 258 or [e-mail]

Remuneration Package: Remuneration Package $86,482 - $110,012 (including salary $73,100 - $93,041)

Experience Level: Professional 1