Occupational Therapist
Core
Provide onsite occupational therapy to children aged 0-16 with autism and developmental delays within a natural routine or dedicated therapy room, building family capacity.
Role type
Occupational Therapist (Paediatric/Early Intervention)
Builds
Therapy sessions and family capacity-building programs for autistic children and those with developmental delays
Domain
Healthcare / Early Childhood Education / Autism Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Occupational Therapy qualifications, APRHA membership, transdisciplinary model application, strengths-based approach, family-centred intervention, play-based intervention, NDIS understanding, time management
Preferred skills
Coaching and facilitating skills, bridging approaches for culturally diverse families
Technologies
NDIS framework
Responsibilities
Deliver therapy to children aged 0-16 with autism or developmental delays, work alongside educators in natural routines, provide therapy in dedicated rooms, build family capacity, meet 5 billable hours daily target
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC