Paediatric Physiotherapist – Special Developmental School

Department of Education Victoria; Geelong; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria – Hamlyn Heights VIC is recruiting a Physiotherapist to deliver comprehensive services for students with moderate to profound disability in a specialist developmental setting. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to assess, plan and implement interventions that support mobility, independence and wellbeing.

Role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, allied health staff and families, including supervision and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Specialist knowledge of physiotherapy for paediatric students with moderate to profound disability.
• Ability to provide consultation, assessment and intervention recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary Allied Health team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physiotherapy services at a special developmental school.
• Provide consultant physiotherapy assistance to staff managing students with mobility difficulties.
• Liaise with other professionals to access additional services for students and families.
• Assist teaching staff in developing goals to optimise student wellbeing and learning outcomes.
• Undertake assessments to determine level of physical and mobility development.
• Maintain records and incorporate DET policies into practice.
• Attend meetings and provide training to staff and families as required.

Skills

Physiotherapy expertise

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Hamlyn Heights VIC is recruiting a Physiotherapist to deliver comprehensive services for students with moderate to profound disability in a specialist developmental setting. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to assess, plan and implement interventions that support mobility, independence and wellbeing.

Role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, allied health staff and families, including supervision and professional growth.