Granite Belt Support Services is a local non-profit, non-government organisation that has been operating in the Stanthorpe/Warwick/Tenterfield region for nearly 30 years providing support and multidisciplinary allied health services to children, adults and their families. It is a registered Service Provider under the NDIS.

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about delivering services to children who are experiencing disability, social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties, in homes, schools and the community, helping them to reach their potential. There is also a small adult caseload.

This position is a full-time or part-time position, with flexible work arrangements. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Our benefits

• Ongoing clinical mentoring and supervision from Senior Therapists.
• Annual allocation for Professional Development
• Positive and inclusive work environment
• Flexible work options
• Interesting and varied caseload
• Above Award salary package – up to $85000
• Friendly team and manager

Duties

• Delivery of Occupational Therapy services to those who require support for a broad client range, with varying needs
• Promote the importance of early intervention and its role in preventing long term issues
• Advise on specialist equipment
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with clients, families, team members, and key stakeholders
• Caseload management, prioritising needs and client record-keeping and reporting
• Effectively work independently and collaboratively
• Engage in professional development, organisation funded, to ensure currency of practice

Mandatory requirements for this role

• Tertiary Qualifications in Occupational Therapy (4 year Degree or 2 year Masters)
• Current member of AHPRA

Other requirements

• Current C Class Queensland Drivers Licence
• Current First Aid & CPR
• Criminal History Screening (Yellow Card)
• Current Professional Indemnity Insurance

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Clinical practice

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the assessment, intervention, evaluation of people with a variety of disabilities, social, emotional, developmental and behavioural difficulties

Communication/team participation

• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills necessary for good working relationships and client care
• Demonstrated ability to function as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team

Work management

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and ability to share knowledge and skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to appropriately manage time and workload

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are to submit a brief resume with two referees; and a maximum 2-page written response outlining your suitability for the role addressing the key selection criteria.

Please email your application to chris.macnamara@gbss.org.au

Enquiries can be made by email at chris.macnamara@gbss.org.au OR phone on 07 4681 3020