About Sage Psychology and Assessment

Sage Psychology and Assessment is a small, locally own practice in Gladstone with a passion for supporting the mental health of regional and rural communities. We are a growing practice and are excited to be expanding to a multidisciplinary team!

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to join a flourishing practice and continue to develop their career in the allied health industry.

What's on offer?

Work life balance - the opportunity to work close to home in a part time role (minimum 3 days per week, with capacity to increase if desired). We employ local to suit your lifestyle.

Career progression - support and supervision for newly registered graduates. Support for staff to develop skills and expertise in their interest areas.

The care factor - approachable and transparent management who provide clear communication. We appreciate and promote wellbeing in the workplace.

Culture - Positive and inclusive culture within a friendly team who care about professionalism and the client experience.

Benefits - A generous supervision and PD allowance to ensure you are meeting your CPD requirements. Team connection, realistic KPIs and support for professional development are extended to all team members.

About the role

Core responsibilities of the role will include:

Provide services using evidence-based practice with children, adolescents and adults. We have a large referral base of NDIS participants, and experience in supporting children, adults, and families accessing the NDIS will be a key part of the role.

Work within a multidisciplinary team to complete neurodevelopmental assessments for children and adults.

Create and implement appropriate assessment and intervention plans for clients.

Complete functional capacity assessments and reports.

Collaborate with clients, families, stakeholders, and treating team to provide effective care.

Follow practice policies and procedures, the OTA Code of Ethics, and AHPRA Code of Conduct.

This is an employed part time position with remuneration commensurate with your qualifications, skills and experience. There will be capacity in future to increase to full time hours if desired.

Registered occupational therapists at all stages of their career are welcome to apply. We encourage early career occupational therapists to apply as we offer a two-year graduate program to kick start your career in a supportive environment.

About you

You will be a qualified, registered occupational therapist. You will have a warm professional presence with clients, and a drive for delivering exceptional service.

Sage Psychology is seeking someone who has a passion for rural and regional health and who understands the complexity rural life can have on individuals. You will take both an evidence based and holistic approach to mental health and wellbeing.

You will be an excellent communicator who is confident, sensitive, accurate and thorough, and focused on helping clients move towards meaningful change. Being a small and growing practice, teamwork and team fit is crucial to our continued growth and success.

The musts

Bachelor degree (Honours) or Masters in Occupational Therapy.

Knowledge of research, evidence-based theory, and clinical practice.

Experience in administering and scoring various assessments and tests (e.g., MIGDAS, SP-2, BOT-2. Beery VMI), will be highly desired.

Board Approved Supervisor status will be highly desired.

Hold a Working With Children's Check (Employee).

Satisfactory National Police Check.

Current APHRA registration.

Medicare Provider Number (or be eligible to apply for one will be highly desired).

C Class Drivers License.

Interested in applying?

Submit your cover letter, addressing the details of the role and experience required, and resume via Seek now! Applications should be addressed to Dr Mikaela Grayson.

If you do not submit a cover letter, addressing the criteria of the role and your experience, with your resume, you will not advance in the recruitment process.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; however, the position may be closed once a suitable candidate is found.

For a copy of the position description or for more information, please contact Dr Mikaela Grayson: [email protected] or 07 4891 9026