Full Time PositionEarly Connections Kempsey (formerly Kempsey Early Intervention) is seeking a highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join our skilled and transdisciplinary team across the Kempsey Macleay region. If you are looking for flexibility and a supportive workplace with a diverse range of work opportunities, then this role is for you. This position is full time. Early Connections Kempsey is the leading service provider within the region, servicing children 0-12yrs with a diagnosed disability or significantly delayed development. Our mission is to provide a quality early childhood intervention service, which works in partnership with families and the community to improve each child's participation in inclusive mainstream environments in the Kempsey Macleay area. We are a verified NDIS Service Provider and have been rolled out within this scheme since July 2017.
Why work for us:● Diverse range of clients with a variety of needs and diagnosis.● Highly experienced team of Early Intervention Specialist Teachers, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists.● Be a part of the Early Connections Alliance (from Taree to Coffs Harbour) and benefit from the knowledge and experience of a vast allied health and education team.● Work alongside our experienced senior therapists and teachers who can provide supervision and ongoing mentoring if needed.● Access to professional development opportunities● Flexible, family-friendly work arrangements● Flexibility in working hours● Salary packaging● We are an established NDIS provider.

The role:● Provide assessments, interventions and therapy to children 0-12yrs with a diverse range of disabilities.● Visits to the home, childcare and school environments to provide an inclusive model of practice. Early Connections Kempsey has extensive existing relationships within the community.● Opportunity to be a Key Worker within a transdisciplinary model and to provide consultation to Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapists and Early Childhood Educators and families.● Educational sessions for parents, teachers, preschool staff etc. ● Using state of the art technology including the Echidna CRM (client record management) system and iPads.

The successful candidate will:● Have relevant qualifications and be registered with and a current membership with OT Australia.● Have a commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice and family centered approach to service delivery.● Have excellent communication and documentation skills using technology effectively● Ability to work independently and within a team environment● Have a minimum 2 years' experience in disability or pediatrics (desirable not essential) New Grads welcome.● Knowledge or willingness to adopt routine-based therapy strategies to facilitate child development.● Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based practice including use of the COPM (Canadian Occupational Performance Measure) model.● Ability to organize time and set priorities.● A fundamental understanding of child development.

Travel is reimbursed and your own car and a current driver's license are a pre-requisite for the position. A current Working with Children Check and Police Check is also required.Position will be a 12-month contract with possible extension dependent on capacity need. A three-month probationary period is required.

Location: Kempsey and the Macleay region.Send Applications to: Applications must address the selection criteria. Send applications to debbiefraser@earlyconnectionskempsey.org.au.Applications close: 30 November 2019 for a new year start.

For a confidential discussion call Debbie Fraser Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday on (02) 6562 6491.

Occupational Therapist

Early Connections Kempsey • South Kempsey NSW 2440

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