Occupational Therapist - ACTT

Position: Occupational Therapist - ACTT

Position Location

Brisbane Street, Dubbo

Type of employment

Full time (Open to negotiation for right candidate)

Hours per week

38

Is this an Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander identified position

No

Minimum Qualifications

Essential Criteria

• Recognised degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRA, membership with the Australian Association of Occupational Therapists
• Demonstrated skills in occupational therapy, including assessment and intervention, as well as the ability to manage a complex paediatric caseload
• Ability to work unsupervised, manage and prioritise work and respond to complex situations in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge and understanding of the issues that impact on Aboriginal people and Aboriginal communities
• Demonstrated high level of communication skills (written and verbal) including negotiation and advocacy skills, and the ability to communicate with Aboriginal people
• Demonstrated experience in the utilisation of client software packages and Microsoft Office Programs
• Working with Children and Criminal Record check clearances and a current NSW Drivers Licence

Desirable Criteria

• Understanding of childhood trauma and its impact on development

About The Position

The Aboriginal Children's Therapy Team (ACTT) is a free Allied Health Service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children, aged up to 8 years of age, who live in Dubbo. The team consists of Speech Pathologists, an Occupational Therapist, Psychological services supported by Aboriginal Community and Therapy Support Workers. We aim to provide the best service for our clients and their families. Delivery can be at our service or in the home, a small group or on an individual basis, at school, childcare or in the community or a combination of the above.

As our Occupational Therapist you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing innovative and holistic allied health care to children accessing ACTT services. Our Allied Health Clinicians are supported by Aboriginal Community and Therapy Support Workers who play a pivotal role in engaging and connecting families into the programs delivered by ACTT.

This is an opportunity for new graduates or experienced professionals to join our team. To apply for this position please insure you review the position on the WACHS website and follow the directions, including provision of a cover letter addressing the minimum qualifications for the position.

Closing Date

Position Enquiries

Contact Francie Kelly on 02 5816 9010 or 0428 295 160. or email Franciek@wachs.net.au