Paediatric Occupational Therapist

You:

Are you a passionate OT enthusiastic about working with children and their families? Do you love extending your learning and understanding through professional development with experts sharing their knowledge with you? Do you enjoy being part of a fun and dynamic team?

We are looking for enthusiastic Paediatric Occupational Therapists to join our friendly, fun and passionate team. We have full-time, part-time and contractor positions available to work at our Edgecliff clinic and mobile sites.

Us:

KindnessFairnessOptimism andTrust are the values we believe in and instill at the practice. Our mission is to provide care and support to, and advocate for, children and families on their therapy journey. We use holistic and evidence-baed therapy approaches and aim to ensure that all of our clients flourish, thrive, and reach their best potential.

Kids First OT offers family centred services for children aged 0 to 18 years with a wide range of disabilities, developmental delays and challenges. Assessments and therapy are both conducted at the Edgecliff clinic and within the community (childcare centres/pre-schools/schools and homes).

Our services include assessments, individual and group therapy, fun and exciting holiday groups, screenings, workshops, mentoring, and in-house and outsourced professional development.

The work perks:

The successful applicant will enjoy:

Above market remuneration plus superannuation

Manageable KPIs

Flexible working hours - part time and contractor options also available!

Travel allowance

Professional Development allowance

Sensory gym and new tech resources

Company monthly outsourced PD from other health professionals and specialists

Company monthly team bonding events

Opportunity for business development growth and involvement

Applicant criteria:

Essential Selection Criteria:

At least 1 years paediatric experience

Enthusiastic and passionate about a career in Paediatric Occupational Therapy.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work autonomously, demonstrated organisational skills, and time management skills.

Demonstrates commitment to continuing professional development.

Demonstrates knowledge of disability, learning difficulties, sensory processing difficulties, motor skills difficulties, and child development.

Demonstrates knowledge in paediatric Occupational Therapy practice as well as goal setting and creating therapy programs.

Willingness and enthusiasm to run screenings, group programs, school holiday programs and parent/teacher workshops.

Recognised degree in Occupational Therapy.

Current driver's licence and willingness to use own car for school and home visits.

Current Working with Children's Check.

Registration with AHPRA

Eligible for Medicare Provider Number.

Desirable Selection Criteria

Minimum 1 years Paediatric OT experience

Understanding of the public and private education system and school curriculum.

Demonstrates understanding of the therapist-teacher-parent relationship.

If interested, please send your CV to info@kidsfirstot.com.au