About Us :Western Children's Health Centre is looking for paediatric Occupational Therapists to join the allied health team on a part-time or full-time basis, working days/hours are negotiable.Our clinic is recognized for our family-centered, comprehensive health and therapy services for children and adolescents up to 16 years old.
We have three clinic bases in Altona Meadows, Point Cook and Sydenham.
We also complete multi-disciplinary team diagnosis of ASD including paediatrician, Speech, OT and Psychologists.About You :Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalentCurrent Drivers License and own transportLevel 2 First Aid CertificateNational Police CheckPosition Summary :A rewarding role to provide Occupational Therapy services to children with various developmental needs, diagnosis's and work closely alongside a multidisciplinary team of paediatricians, speech pathologists, occupational therapists, psychologists, dietitians, and various other clinicians.
The successful candidate will deliver individual therapy sessions, administer standardized assessments, and liaise with other health professionals.
The role will also require group sessions, report-writing and school and home visits as needed.
New graduates are encouraged to apply.Key Requirements :Punctual, reliable and committedClear, personable and professional communication, both written and spokenExceptional attention to detailProfessional communication style to all internal and external stakeholdersGood computer skills required for the company practice management softwareAbility to work within a team and autonomouslyAbility to follow direction and take initiativeJob Responsibility :Learn and administer early intervention therapy following the principlesAdminister occupational therapy assessments, develop and implement therapy plans, under supervision as requiredMonitor, evaluate and review progress and therapy plansDevelop resources to support the programmesUndertake appropriate professional development, including self-reflectionWork collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic therapy programsIf required, undertake research into case studies and examplesCommitment to meeting client and organisational expectationsAdopt and embrace the companies values and philosophyEnsure the environment is kept in a safe and hygienic state at all timesCommitment to work as an effective team memberPromote the company and it's interests to the local and wider communityEnsure all communication is completed in a professional and polite manner, to all internal and external stakeholdersJob Functions :Occupational Therapy Job Benefits : Working with a team of experienced and passionate health professionals and frequent opportunities for collaboration and case discussion· Generous salary packaging and PD allowance· Flexible work hours and arrangements· Interesting, manageable paediatric caseload with full admin support· Experienced senior team and team leaders to provide training, mentoring and clinical support· In-house ongoing professional development and learning opportunities· Access to a range of resources· Opportunity to work autonomously and enjoy a flexible work schedule part time full time and contract options available· External provision of supervision if required.Selling Point :Passionate supportive multi-disciplinary team with great work/life balance.
Contact :Ronell Steyn