Occupational Therapist OR Speech Pathologist
Centre & outreach services || Multi-disc team || Frequent travel || Hours flexible - FT or PT, initially to Dec 2018; Based at Brighton & Sunnybank
Summary about this job
Physiotherapy, OT & Rehabilitation
Company: Autism Queensland
Location: Brisbane
Work type: Contract/Temp
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Phone: +61-2-7703-4193
Fax: +61-3-4811-5022
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Detail information about job Occupational Therapist OR Speech Pathologist. Terms and conditions vacancy
About Autism Queensland
Autism Queensland provides specialised education, therapy and support services for people of all ages with ASD and their families. For further information please visit www.autismqld.com.au.
About the Role
Are you ready to join a team of experienced allied health professionals and registered teachers primarily providing consultancy services throughout Queensland to schools, families and other professionals as they support children with a diagnosis of ASD? There may also be an opportunity to provide support to adult clients as AQ's services expand.
As Autism Queensland moves into the landscape of the NDIS, this role will also provide individualised programs through centre-based and outreach services for people of all ages with autism as well as intervention within AQ's centre-based early intervention group programs, as required.
Frequent intra-state travel is a large component of this position with travel of up to 5 days per trip approximately 3 to 4 times per quarter.
This is an initial fixed-term position until the end of 2018, hours are flexible based on the right candidate either at full or part-time. The role is based at both Sunnybank Hills and Brighton with a requirement to work across both sites.
To access the position description, please visit the Work With Us page on our website - https://autismqld.com.au/page/workwithus
Skills & Experience
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Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology
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Minimum of 3 years experience as an Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist
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Demonstrated understanding of contemporary methodologies in the provision of SP / OT services to children with ASD/developmental challenges and their families
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Proven knowledge of child and adolescent development
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Experience with consultation based intervention
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Ability to work effectively with families, educators and other professionals in a consultancy style role
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Current open driver's licence
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Current membership of SPA or AHPRA
Culture & Benefits
Autism Queensland is an inspiring, caring and fun place to work with supportive, passionate and friendly colleagues and leaders who value your contribution and share your commitment to achieving work-life balance. Your work will be both challenging and rewarding and you will find scope and support for personal as well as professional development. You'll also enjoy the financial benefits of our generous salary sacrificing program!
How To Apply
Please follow the instructions to apply via Seek. Your application should include:
1. A cover letter identifying the position for which you are applying;
2. A current CV / resume with contact details of at least two referees (who will only be contacted with your explicit consent following interview);
3. Details of current professional registration, Blue Card or Yellow Card if/as relevant.
Telephone enquiries to Human Resources on (07) 3273 0027
Applications close once shortlisted candidates have been invited to interview so if this role is of interest to you, apply asap!