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Full time or Part Time, mobile occupational therapist, providing fulfilling and purposeful therapy in meaningful environments for children and families of the Gold Coast.

The position is available for an experienced occupational therapist, with the role tailored to your experience and strengths.

We are looking for a neurodiversity affirming Occupational Therapist who has placement, clinical or community based experience working with children aged 3 -18 years old.

Experience working with neurodivergent children, including Autistic and ADHD children and children with developmental delays is preferred, advocating for their needs and supporting them to develop their Participation, Regulation, Behaviour, Motor Skills, Social Relationships and Self Care Skills. We highly value the ability to develop authentic relationships with children and families as this forms the foundation of our therapeutic support.

DAY TO DAY

As a mobile therapist you will work from the comfort of your own home to plan and prepare therapy sessions before travelling into the community to provide your services at homes or schools. You will be required to manage your caseload by completing clinical notes and reports while communicating with your current clients and stakeholders via attending meetings, emails or phone.

BENEFITS

• Annual salary from $90,000 - $105,000+ (depending on experience) including superannuation.
• $500 professional development allowance per year and regulation team trainings.
• Fuel Card
• Mobile therapy kit and ongoing resources provided
• Professional Indemnity Insurance is provided.
• Support to structure your ideal schedule to suit your lifestyle. Find your flow with a healthy caseload and an achievable work-life balance.
• Experienced admin support - the admin team will book in your clients, send appointment reminders and manage all invoicing and payments so you can focus on your therapeutic relationship and skills.
• A friendly and compassionate team supporting your development and therapeutic skills. Team meetings, supervision and daily communication provided for ongoing professional development and client support.

ABOUT US

Our Children’s Occupational Therapy is a family run business, striving to advocate for a child’s individual needs and to create opportunities for them to build on their strengths and develop skills to thrive. We are neurodiversity affirming, lived experience informed and provide thoughtful and individualised therapy programs. Our passion is to work with children using their interests and meaningful occupations in their own environments, where they may face their challenges. As therapists, we value autonomy, flexibility and creating space for a well balanced lifestyle. We value meeting our personal needs so we can truly support the needs of our clients.

REQUIREMENTS

The following are essential requirements:

• Enthusiastic, optimistic, proactive and driven nature
• Proof of qualification as an Occupational Therapist registered with AHPRA.
• Valid Blue Card – Working with Children Check.
• Clinical/community based paediatric occupational therapy experience.
• Experience in initial consultations, assessments, therapy planning and provision.
• Excellent clinical reasoning and understanding of evidence based, lived experience informed practice.
• Clear and efficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable car and valid driver’s licence.
• Own laptop.

If you have any questions we would love to help, please do not hesitate to contact Zac at [email protected]

If you are interested, please send your application to [email protected]

In the meantime, meet our team at www.ourchildrensoccupationaltherapy.com.au

For the right applicant, immediate start available.