Trauma-Informed Community OT: Multidisciplinary Team

Stand Childrens Services Tu Maia Whanau; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stand Tū Māia in Christchurch is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Community Agency team. The role supports children who have experienced trauma and their families, working within a multidisciplinary environment.

The ideal candidate is a recent OT graduate or a few years' experience, with skills in assessment, goal planning and evidence-based intervention. You will need a full driver's license, professional registration, and a commitment to cultural humility and restorative practice

Qualifications

• Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with practicing certificate.
• Experience in mental health/trauma settings preferred.
• Good communication with children, families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Work in a multidisciplinary team with children who have experienced trauma.
• Provide OT assessment, goal planning, intervention and evaluation.
• Contribute to data recording and service development.
• Engage with Māori and Pasifika whānau with cultural humility.

Skills

Therapeutic relationships

OT practice

Trauma-informed care

Assessment & goal planning

Independent practice

Literacy & documentation

Driver's license

Education

Registered Occupational Therapist

Job description

Stand Tū Māia in Christchurch is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Community Agency team. The role supports children who have experienced trauma and their families, working within a multidisciplinary environment.

The ideal candidate is a recent OT graduate or a few years' experience, with skills in assessment, goal planning and evidence-based intervention. You will need a full driver's license, professional registration, and a commitment to cultural humility and restorative practice