Occupational Therapist

Selection Criteria

SC1 Experience, knowledge and skills in delivering OT therapy services to Primary School aged children presenting with intellectual and/or neuro developmental differences. 

SC2 Experience with a variety of assessments used in Primary School settings to support engagement in learning, and develop comprehensive, strengths-based reports to provide evidence for the Disability Inclusion Funding criteria.

SC3 Experience and understanding in the use of sensory processing theory and practice in paediatric interventions and school settings. 

SC4 Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including demonstrated ability to consult, negotiate and liaise effectively with students, colleagues and significant others.  

SC5 Demonstrated capacity to plan and manage a caseload including the ability to reflect on practice and apply organisational skills that enable efficient prioritisation of workload. 

Role

There is no school holiday attendance requirement for this position.

Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions.  Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations. 

Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal.  Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school.  Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school cou…