Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

Our Community and Aboriginal Partnerships Division helps to build community safety and wellbeing by providing support and services to children, young people and families, including those involved with the youth justice system, remote Aboriginal communities, people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and people with complex and exceptional needs. The division also leads the department's Closing the Gap efforts.

The Senior Occupational Therapist is a role within the Assessment and Intervention Unit and is accountable to the Lead Psychologist for:

providing specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention, with individuals and groups with complex needs

providing leadership in the discipline of occupational therapy both within and external to Youth Justice

contributing to a multidisciplinary approach to meet the complex and varied needs of young people under the supervision of Youth Justice

contributing to practice improvement and service development within the Assessment and Intervention unit and across the Communities and Family Services Division

contributing to planning, program management and resource management in the Assessment and Intervention Unit within Youth Justice.

Special Conditions:

National Police Check required.

Employment-related Screening Check required.

Some out of hours work may be required.

Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).

Essential Qualifications
Incumbent must hold an appropriate degree or equivalent full registration as an occupational therapist by the occupational therapy Board of Australia (OTBA) and must hold a current registration through the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Additional Information:
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of 2 pages, addressing how your skills, experience and capabilities align with the role description. You are also required to provide three work referees, one of whom must be your recent line manager, and attach your current resume via the online application form. For further information and how to apply for this role please visit our DHS website www.dhs.sa.gov.au/careers

Enquiries to: Sky Lambert, 0417 892 034, [email protected]