Occupational Therapist - Stanthorpe

Do you like natural beauty, fresh produce, stunning walks and great wines? Well the scenic Granite Belt may be for you!

Stanthorpe is a vibrant town with many natural and man- made attractions, within easy reach of Brisbane but with the joys that only rural life can offer…minimal traffic, fresh air and friendly people. The Granite Belt Support Services Therapy team are amongst the friendliest and would love to welcome you to our award winning organisation.

Granite Belt Support Services is a local non-profit, non–government organisation that has been operating in the Stanthorpe/Warwick/Tenterfield region for nearly 30 years providing support and multidisciplinary allied health services to children, adults and their families. It is a registered Service Provider under the NDIS.

Position Description:
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about delivering services to children who are experiencing disability, social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties, in homes, schools and the community, helping them to reach their potential. There is also a small adult caseload.

Duties:

• Delivery of Occupational Therapy services to those who require support with a broad client range, with varying needs
• Promote the importance of early intervention and its role in preventing long term issues
• Advise on specialist equipment
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with clients, families, team members, and key stakeholders
• Caseload management, prioritising needs and client record-keeping and reporting
• Effectively work independently and collaboratively
• Engage in professional development, organisation funded, to ensure currency of practice

Our Benefits: 

• Ongoing clinical mentoring and supervision from Senior Therapists.
• Annual allocation for Professional Development 
• Positive and inclusive work environment
• Flexible work options 
• Interesting and varied caseload 
• Above Award salary package- up to $85000
• Friendly team and manager

Therapists are required to work a standard day. No after hours work required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary Qualifications in Occupational Therapy (4 year Degree or 2 year Masters)
• Current member of AHPRA 

Other requirements:

• Current C Class Queensland Drivers Licence
• Current First Aid & CPR
• Criminal History Screening (Yellow Card)
• Current Professional Indemnity Insurance

 
For more information on this position, please contact our team!
 
Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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