Occupational Therapist - Paediatrics

About the job

ABOUT INSPIRE KIDS THERAPY

Inspire Kids Therapy is a clinician owned and led organisation. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children and their families through NURTURING and EMPOWERING them to THRIVE.

We support children 0 - 13 years old and strive to achieve exceptional outcomes for every child through providing genuine care and support. We are committed to building a team of therapists who share in our vision.

Our founder Melissa da Graca Costa has extensive professional experience with over 15 years working throughout Australia and volunteering overseas. She has completed many additional training courses. Melissa enjoys nurturing clinical growth and bringing out the professional best in each and every team member.

Our small business has enjoyed exciting growth. We have extensive networks and partnerships in Geelong. We pride ourselves in offering an excellent service and our reputation speaks for itself.

Beautiful New Clinic

Our beautiful new clinic is waiting for you, it's built for fun and well stocked with an extensive range of therapy equipment and resources. You will love our bright playful environment!

WHY WORK WITH US?

What will our small caring professional team mean for you?

If you are looking for a meaningful workplace where you will be truly valued and appreciated, we have the place for you. Our next team member will be part of an innovative and collaborative team.

We care about your wellbeing as much as your clinical skills and ensure a manageable work load with reasonable expectations. We offer a flexible working arrangement to suit your needs and aspirations giving you the work life balance you deserve.

SUPERVISION AND SUPPORT

We’ve got your back with supportive management, allowing you to focus on providing excellent care to clients and accelerating your professional skills. We are here to support you every step of the way.

During your regular supervision and mentoring we celebrate successes and facilitate your professional development. We are here to support you as a person and not just a clinician. Your daily clinical support, weekly supervision, regular team meetings and quarterly fun team days will set you up with the best of everything.

PROFESSIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT

What training do you dream of doing and why is that important for you?

We offer an individualised PD allowance and study leave that aligns with the professional development plan we will create together in the context of your career goals and aspirations. We are committed to growing your skills with internal and external training opportunities.

Where do you see yourself in the future?

Opportunities for career progression including leadership roles, program development and passion projects are available.

THE PERKS

• We offer a generous remuneration including travel allowance and additional leave opportunities.
• Clinical variety in everyday working with children across a range of ages and stages, providing therapy across different community settings as well as our new beautiful clinic.
• You will benefit from our founder Melissa's extensive range of experience. You will love our whole hearted supports from your first day getting started through our structured onboarding program then working together to promote your professional skills and career. We have a system for nearly everything making each day run smoothly.

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

• You are a therapist who is holistic, dynamic and innovative
• You enjoy working collaboratively with others but also independently as required
• You strive for excellence and set goals for yourself
• You are highly organised and work well using systems and processes.
• You have experience working with children, families and their teams
• Your values align with ours: Professionalism, Collaboration, Integrity, and Empowerment

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing comprehensive assessment for children with a range of conditions
• Evidence based therapy intervention either individually or in a group setting
• Working closely with families to develop therapy programs specific to each individual child
• Working collaboratively with educators and other allied health professionals

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Experience working with children

Bachelor/Master of Occupational Therapy

Current Registration with AHPRA

Working with Children Check

Driver’s License and Own Insured Car

Eligibility to apply for a Medicare Provider Number

Full and Part Time Positions available. All experience levels encouraged to apply

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