Occupational Therapist
Core
Deliver evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to children and young people with hearing or vision loss to support their participation in home, school, and community.
Role type
Clinical Occupational Therapist (Early Intervention)
Builds
Therapeutic outcomes for children with sensory loss via assessment, goal-based therapy, and assistive technology recommendations.
Domain
Healthcare / Allied Health / Sensory Impairment Services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Occupational Therapy clinical practice, hearing and/or vision services expertise, evidence-based assessment, goal-based therapy planning, assistive technology recommendation, clinical documentation, child protection compliance
Preferred skills
Experience in Early Intervention teams, knowledge of NDIS frameworks, telepractice delivery
Technologies
Telepractice platforms, assistive technology devices, clinical assessment tools (FCAs, Environmental Ax)
Responsibilities
Deliver Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to children with hearing/vision loss; Provide goal-based therapy promoting motor development and independence; Recommend equipment and home modifications; Operate within clinical protocols and maintain documentation; Work across centers, homes, schools, and via telepractice.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC