Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Mackay, Queensland.Hours: Permanent - Full Time Practice Information:This organisation is committed to providing quality therapy services in rural and remote communities in North Queensland and across Australia.With clinics in Cairns, Townsville, Ayr, Charters Towers and Mackay, and an active telehealth service, they are dedicated to efficiently delivering quality therapeutic services effectively for the greatest benefit of clients in urban, regional and rural locations.The organisation offers Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology and Positive Behaviour Support Services in North QLD and via telehealth.This service is a registered NDIS provider.About the Role:This organisation is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist (paediatric and adult caseload available) to join their growing team.At this level, they will work independently and be required to exercise independent judgment on routine matters.They may require professional supervision from more senior members of the profession or health team when performing novel, complex, or critical tasks.They have demonstrated a commitment to continuing professional development and may have contributed to workplace education through the provision of seminars, lectures or in-services.The Senior Occupational Therapist may be actively involved in quality improvement activities or research, and contribute to the evaluation and analysis of guidelines, policies and procedures applicable to their clinical/professional work.They may be required to provide supervision to discipline specific students.Key Duties: Provide and contribute to the planning, development and delivery of high-quality and cost-effective services to all people (i.e.children and adults, their families/carers and significant others, educators, medical professionals) seeking and receiving a service.The completion of comprehensive specialised assessments (as required) and the development, evaluation and review of individualised plans and reports following company policy and procedures and within specified timeframes.Contribute to the provision and development of expert contemporary practice advice to people accessing services, such as families and carers as well as professionals, clinical placement students, work experience students, support organisations and educators.This is inclusive of participation in the development and provision of specialist information and training programs for individuals, families and relevant support agencies as required.Contribute to research and the development, implementation and review of policy or program initiatives for the provision of professional services.Initiate and participate in personal reflection, professional training and development and continuous improvement activities to maintain high-quality service.Maintain client service records in accordance with company policy and procedures, and legislative requirements.Development and maintenance of high-quality, open and transparent relationships with referrers to ATS, parents, clients and other stakeholders in the community.May be required to supervise Allied Health Assistants as part of service delivery through the writing, monitoring and review of Occupational Therapy programs to be delivered by Allied Health Assistants.AHAs may also require guidance to develop resources for clients, or for the purposes of service. Essential Qualifications and Requirements: Relevant tertiary degree or higher qualification from a recognised University in Occupational Therapy High level of interpersonal skills, including effective communication (written and verbal), negotiation, leadership, conflict resolution and teamwork skills and the ability to provide ideas and solutions clearly to diverse groups of people Innovative and strategic approach to client service delivery and organisational improvement The ability to demonstrate and encourage teamwork Strength in building customer and stakeholder relationships Current AHPRA Registration Current Yellow Card (NDIS Worker Screening) Salary Information:$100,000 - $115,000 per annum.Other Benefits: Fully covered Professional Indemnity Insurance for all therapists Regular supervision and support in line with AHPRA requirements and inclusive of induction mentoring program Highly competitive base salary, negotiable based on your skills and experience with annual reviews Bonuses are available for making and exceeding targets About Mackay:Enjoying tropical all year-round sunny weather, Mackay encompasses all of the conveniences of a big city and is referred to as the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands.Mackay has the best of both worlds with large shopping centres, riverside cafes and beachside resorts, accommodation costs at a fraction of larger capital cities with a thriving economic infrastructure supported by sugar cane, coal mining and tourism.For more information on this position please contact our team via .Apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives.This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.JOB – 10003628 #J-18808-Ljbffr