Make a difference to the lives of people with Autism
Competitive salary & salary packaging options.
About Us
The Autism Association is one of Australia’s largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and caring Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated therapy team in Joondalup. The successful applicant will provide high quality services to children with Autism and their families.
In this role, you will:
Deliver a broad range of therapy services to a diverse caseload including standardized and non-standardized assessments for children with a range of skill areas such as fine motor skills, gross motor skills, sensory processing, and activities of daily living
Have the opportunity to complete Functional Capacity Assessments
Work as an Occupational Therapist within a key worker model, providing both direct and consultative supports to children with autism and their families
Provide consultation and education to families and key stakeholders to support inclusion and participation across a range of settings
Receive support to implement evidence based Positive Behaviour Support strategies to enhance the child’s life experiences and wellbeing
Lead specialized group therapy programs for children
You will be based at our Joondalup hub and travel within a local geographical area to people’s homes, schools, and community settings to provide family centered services
About You
The successful applicantwill enjoy working with children and their families to ensure they have the best start in life. If you are an energetic, child focused, values driven Occupational Therapist we would love to hear from you! Additional requirements for the role include:
Registration with AHPR
A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
Experience in working with children with disability and their families is desirable
To join our team you will be required to complete required clearances including a NDIS Workers Check.
Benefits
In addition to making meaningful difference in people’s lives, you’ll also receive:
Extensive education, growth and development opportunities in both Occupational Therapy and Leadership
A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience
Generous salary packaging options
Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
A team of operations staff to support with client resource making, scheduling and rostering
Support within an experienced multidisciplinary team
Access to discounts to a wide range of products and services such as gym access, meal boxes and health insurance
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