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

Early Connections Kempsey

You may be interested in these jobs