Occupational therapist

VMCH
AU - boroondara
May 27, 2024

Passionate Occupational Therapist to join Early Childhood Intervention Service (ECIS)team
Experienced OT or recent graduate supportive team environment
Full-time and part-time positions
Competitive salary, laptop, phone and NFP Salary packaging

About the role

The Occupational Therapist is a member of the early childhood intervention service and work as part of a trans-disciplinary team to deliver high quality services to families and children aged 0-18 years. Providing key worker support to families and children including delivery of a broad range of evidence informed intervention strategies, standardised assessments and parent training to increase communication and active participation in social and educational settings for children.

About you

As the OT you will undertake face to face consultation and relationship building in natural environments, schools and kindergartens as well as on-site at VMCH modern facilities and therapy space. You liaise and collaborate with a transdisciplinary team to design and deliver comprehensive support plans allowing participants to reach their goals.

Skills & experience

A relevant qualification in Occupational Therapy and relevant registration
Experience and/or a willingness to learn in paediatric Occupational Therapy assessment and service delivery
Ability to provide effective consultative skills that facilitate change through use of reflective and strength-based practice
An understanding of the Key worker model
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
Ability to coach other trans disciplinary team members in areas of expertise
A current Victorian driver's license
A current Working with Children Check

If you're a creative problem solver who is motivated by their contribution in actively working with people in building their capacity and reaching set goals, you should Apply Now!

This is a wonderful opportunity for an OT with extensive experience in paediatric occupational therapy or for a recent OT graduate who is looking to kick-start their career in the Allied Health space excellent Professional Development supervision and mentoring.

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:

A positive and supportive workplace culture
Excellent Salary Packaging benefits
Ongoing professional development
A competitive salary
Employee Assistance Program
Paid parental leave
Praise program - where we recognise and reward the terrific work of our staff

Don't just take our word for it, take a look at what our staff are saying:

About us

Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, compassion, respect, and inclusion aren't just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we've been around for over a century, we're always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, an Australian Criminal History Check, Evidence of Flu and Covid Vaccinations, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. You may also be required to supply an International Police Check.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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