Bright Therapy is seeking applications for a part-time Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team based in Brightwater on the Sunshine Coast. This position is suitable for an experienced OT.
Who we are?
At Bright Therapy, we believe every child has a unique personality, various skills and characteristics that make them who they are. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing that smile light up on a child's face when they feel a sense of achievement when they have learned something new. At Bright Therapy we encompass a holistic, strength-based and family-centred approach to therapy, working closely with all children, adolescents, young adults and their families.
In keeping with our values, you will be passionate and empathetic and be able to build safe and rewarding relationships with our families.
Opportunity
* Strong focus on having a smaller, manageable caseload to really provide a high quality of care and time to focus on your clients and families
* Healthy balance between face-to-face appointments and non-contact time (lots of time allocated for report writing, client follow up, correspondence, resource development - all the tasks that can catch up with us)
* Full time admin support, so you can focus on clinical skills and being an OT
* Fully furnished office space provided and clinical resources
* Part time opportunity available with possibility to grow into full-time
* Laptop, iPad, iPhone and all therapy resources provided
* Paid professional development leave each year + external PD allowance per year
* Access to mentorship and senior experienced OT
* Paid KM allowance for your travel weekly
* Annual membership to Occupational Therapy Australia included
Our Services
Bright Therapy offers clinic and mobile based services. Providing in-clinic assessment, therapy, school, home and community visits to our clients based on the Sunshine Coast.
We work closely with parents, teachers and other health professionals, to provide services to children and their families. You will be required to provide individualised and holistic assessment and intervention to children, adolescents and young adults aged 2-21 years, who may present with the following conditions:
· Autism Spectrum Disorders and related disorders
· Developmental Delays
· Sensory Processing Issues
· Genetic or Chromosomal Disorders
· Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
· Learning Difficulties
· Psychosocial Challenges (i.e., Anxiety, Trauma or Neglect)
· Play Development
· Social Skills Practice
· Self-Regulation Skills and Behaviour Management
Requirements
· Bachelor Qualification in Occupational Therapy (with AHPRA registration)
· Good written and verbal communication with the ability to build rapport with clients and families to ensure that therapy is fun and engaging
· The successful applicant will require a valid police check and update-to-date first aid and CPR training
· Must have access to own vehicle for mobile services and hold an Australian Driver's Licence
Benefits
· Prioritisation on personal development and supervision
· Focused on client outcomes
· Healthy work life balance (with a focus on providing flexibility around personal family commitments)
· Manage your own time