Pediatric OT for Trauma-Informed Care & Development

Talent Propeller Limited; Ōtara-Papatoetoe; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stand Tū Māia is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our team in Auckland. You will provide trauma-informed care and therapeutic support to children who have experienced adversity, working with families to promote wellbeing, development and resilience.

This full-time, permanent role requires NZ OT registration, two years of relevant experience, a current Annual Practising Certificate and a driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Current NZ OT registration and Annual Practising Certificate.
• At least two years' experience delivering OT to children.
• Full driver's licence.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and child development.
• Ability to work with diverse families and te Tiriti o Waitangi bicultural practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver trauma-informed therapeutic care and education to children.
• Develop and review individual child and family care plans.
• Support children's daily routines and development.
• Build trusting relationships with children, families and whānau.
• Collaborate with schools, health professionals and external agencies.
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation.
• Monitor progress and report concerns.
• Contribute to professional supervision and development.
• Ensure safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
• Deliver group activities as needed.
• Plan and facilitate therapeutic and educational activities.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Child development

Communication skills

Cultural responsiveness

Team collaboration

Education

NZ OT registration

Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

Stand Tū Māia is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our team in Auckland. You will provide trauma-informed care and therapeutic support to children who have experienced adversity, working with families to promote wellbeing, development and resilience.

This full-time, permanent role requires NZ OT registration, two years of relevant experience, a current Annual Practising Certificate and a driver’s licence.