Occupational Therapist Range 4 ONGOING
Core
Deliver comprehensive occupational therapy services to students with intellectual and physical disabilities in a school environment using a transdisciplinary model.
Role type
Senior Occupational Therapist (School Setting)
Builds
Individualized therapy programs, sensory profiles, and whole-school occupational therapy approaches.
Domain
Special Education / Intellectual Disability / Occupational Therapy
Required skills
Occupational therapy assessment, treatment planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, parent consultation, report writing, sensory integration, professional development delivery
Preferred skills
Experience with Department of Education guidelines, knowledge of positive behaviour support (SWPBS), ability to manage diverse student needs
Technologies
Sensory profiling tools, school management systems
Responsibilities
Implement occupational therapy programs for identified students, consult with parents and staff, liaise with medical professionals for resources, assess students and write comprehensive reports, complete sensory profiles, guide professional development for staff and parents, assist with student supervision during therapy and excursions, attend multidisciplinary team meetings
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities