Occupational Therapist

Selection Criteria

SC1. Knowledge of the use and application of a wide range of interventions to assist children with an intellectual disability to participate in school-based activities including play, sensory regulations, fine motor, self-care.

SC2. Recognise the importance of working positively and effectively with a multi-disciplinary team in a trans-disciplinary way.

SC3. Ability to communicate effectively with families, care givers, staff and other professionals on a service delivery and client-based issues.

SC4. An ability to resource and in-service staff on relevant Occupational Therapy theory and intervention related to productivity, self care and leisure such that intervention can be facilitated in every class.

SC5. An understanding and commitment to using adaptive equipment to support participation and productivity within everyday environments.

Role

• Conduct assessment of students in areas such as regulation, fine motor, self care, social interactions.
• Design and implement programs in collaboration with teachers, parents / carers, according to students' individual needs and based on developmental level and age appropriateness.
• Document, record, and accurately report on student involvement, evaluate progress and make recommendations for future programming.
• Provide information about special access equipment and physical barriers withing the school environment as required by staff, parents / carers.
• Attend meetings eg, staff, therapy and case conferences.
• Manage and maintain Occupational Therapy resources

Responsibilities

1. Effective assessment monitoring and reporting of …