As part of a multidisciplinary paediatric team working within a strengths based approach the role will involve high quality assessment, diagnosis, development and management of paediatric clients in partnership with their families, carers and other service providers. The role includes delivering evidence based services with measurable outcomes within an evaluation framework. This role will suit a highly motivated and experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist, who is committed to providing a high standard of assessment, service delivery and passion to work within the evolving NDIS space. The Paediatric Occupational Therapist will provide specific assessment and treatment to children and adolescents within a range of funding models including NDIS. The caseload includes children with Sensory Processing Disorders, ADHD, Dyspraxia/DCD, ASD, learning difficulties, motor coordination challenges, and other developmental, learning, and behavioural difficulties. The Paediatric Occupational Therapist operates within a variety of settings including Creative Minds Therapy/Medical on Burleigh centres, the client’s home and community based locations within the Gold Coast region (Palm Beach to Nerang).

Clinical/Professional Expertise

• Deliver services to young people and children 0-18 years using a key worker approach;

• Deliver services to young people who are experiencing learning, language, sensory, intellectual, physical and cognitive difficulties;

• Working as a member of the multidisciplinary team, learning from and supporting all other team members, in order to best meet family’s needs and priorities;

• Undertake assessment, planning, delivery, evaluation and continuous improvement related to the provision of Paediatric Occupational Therapy Services, demonstrate a high level of clinical skill across the age groups eligible for service;

• To deliver and plan services that balance access and continuity of care with cost effective and sustainable solutions;

• Provision of quality interventions within an inter-professional collaborative practice model of care; • Undertake professional development as identified in a Performance Plan;

• Staff are to keep informed about current research in healthcare relevant to your role by maintaining professional knowledge and responding appropriately to unsafe or unprofessional practice, fulfilling duty of care by attending training as provided by Creative Minds Therapy and seeking further relevant training externally;

• Integrating organisational policies and procedures in order to provide effective and professional care in a way that respects the rights and beliefs of all individuals yet maintains practice within own approved scope of practice;

• Contribute to the effective functioning of the service by ensuring that accurate and appropriate documentation of client information, statistics and educational material is maintained. This includes maintaining relevant databases including Best Practice;

• Actively participate and contribute to the ongoing development of effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders as part of an integrated health care service;

• Represent the Occupational Therapy service both within the organisation and in the surrounding community;

• Effective liaison with other community services and professional staff to promote cooperative professional relationships and ensure optimal client care;

• Attend staff, team and other relevant meetings;

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or recognised equivalent qualification;

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);

• Demonstrated Paediatric OT experience;

• Demonstrated ability to deliver assessments, recommendations & therapy in line with NDIS plans;

• Excellent knowledge of Occupational Therapy specific practices with children and their families;

• A clear understanding of National Disability Insurance Scheme and how to support its clients.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of relevant theoretical frameworks for working with children;

• Proven ability to make rational and sound decisions and judgements based on a consideration of the facts and alternatives;

• Well-developed communication skills both written and verbal, including the ability to liaise with families, carers and other professionals from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds;

• Demonstrated focus on service excellence with a commitment to delivering high quality outcomes for clients.

Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing situations;

• Ability to demonstrate on-going drive and commitment in a challenging environment;

• Demonstrated ability to work well as a part of a team and follow direction as required;

• Good organisational and time management skills;

• Current Queensland Driver licence;

• Previous experience in family centred and strength based approach.

Compliance Checks In line with legislation Creative Minds Therapy will conduct the following checks that must be returned clear before commencing:

• Police Check – both National and International where applicable;

• Working with Children Check if applicable;

• Professional Registrations if applicable.