This is a Physiotherapist - Atherton, Bowen, Mount Isa, Mackay, Rockhampton, Gladstone, Longreach & Emerald role with Queensland Government based in South Brisbane, QLD, AU Queensland Government Role Seniority - graduate, junior More about the Physiotherapist - Atherton, Bowen, Mount Isa, Mackay, Rockhampton, Gladstone, Longreach & Emerald role at Queensland Government Could your physiotherapy skills support students with disability in regional schools to reach their full potential? Apply now to be considered for temporary or permanent vacancies in Far North, North and Central Queensland successful applicants could be based at: Atherton, Bowen, Mount Isa, Mackay, Rockhampton, Gladstone, Longreach and Emerald. Roles may be full-time or part-time. Successful applicants will also have the option to be placed on a talent pool to be considered for other vacancies across the state. As a school-based physiotherapist, you can support a child or young person to achieve their potential. You will also develop your paediatric skills with the support of a state-wide team. About The Department Of Education The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle. Why this Role? The Department of Education employs over 120 physiotherapists to support students with disability to be successful in all aspects of their school experience. They use their knowledge and skills to enable students to be healthy and engaged in all school activities. From positioning in the classroom, to school swimming or going on camp, our physiotherapists are key members of a student's educational team. Successful applicants can also be included in our talent pool for up to twelve months to be considered for suitable positions. You will be asked to indicate your preferences for locations and employment fraction/type on submitting your application. Future graduates are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Include Support students to achieve their potential using evidence-based contemporary physiotherapy knowledge Collaborate and liaise with school leaders, teachers, other service providers to develop and implement physiotherapy services Develop and implement best-practice assessment, program planning, intervention and monitoring strategies for students with disability Participate in quality improvement and research activities enhancing physiotherapy services in schools Actively participate in, professional development activities and clinical supervision to improve and ensure high quality services are delivered Working with Us About You Collaborative Solutions focussed Flexible and innovative An advocate for inclusion and achieving personal potential An ability to provide services using telepractice is desirable Benefits Structured professional supervision and support Generous professional development leave and allowance Family-friendly, with flexible work arrangements across the school year and school holidays 12.75% superannuation contributions Health professional award pay with public service conditions e.g. no evening or weekend work Focus on goals for student participation and achievement, not KPIs Mandatory Requirements Possession of a degree in physiotherapy from a recognised tertiary institution, or other equivalent formal qualifications which, in the opinion of the Director-General, Department of Education, or delegate, are acceptable Current registration with the Physiotherapist Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency). Current citizenship, resident or visa status required to be eligible to work in Australia For information regarding how to apply, please read How you may be assessed section in attached role description to support you to answer the questionnaire. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description Complete online questionnaire relating to your role preferences, your registration, your knowledge, skills and experience and contact details for 2 referees (the questionnaire will open after you have clicked apply and entered your personal details). We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Queensland Government team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Supporting students Collaborating with educators Participating in professional development Key Strengths ⚕️ Physiotherapy skills Collaboration Flexibility and innovation Telepractice services A Final Note: This is a role with Queensland Government not with Hatch.