AddressAbout Act for Kids
Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.
Why Join Act for Kids?
The Act for Kids team is a community of shared values. We are a team that is Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative.
- Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
- Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
- Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
- Above-award leave provisions including additional study, wellbeing, exam, and pet leave.
- Professional Development via our annual development fund as well as ongoing structured support.
- Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
- Salary packaging increasing your take home pay with up to $15,900 per year tax free + an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.
About the Position
We are looking to welcome an Occupational Therapist to deliver informed interventions, assessments, and parent training to support families and children
- Full time permanent position.
- Level 6 under the SCHCADS Award. Salary range is $106,390 to $111,093 + Super.
- Sunshine Coast – Nambour based position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support families and children with delays or difficulties in self-care, motor skills, play skills and/or emotional and sensory regulation.
- Work collaboratively to ensure parenting strategies and child behaviour support is in line with appropriate child development and parenting capacity.
- Identify and work toward client goals and achieve successful outcomes for children who have experienced complex trauma.
- Complete discipline specific assessments contribute to therapeutic plans, in collaboration with the integrated therapy team.
You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Speech Language Pathology.
- Membership with Speech Pathology Australia and hold Certified Practising Speech Pathology (CPSP) status.
- At least two years’ experience working with children, young people and their families who have been impacted by trauma or experienced abuse and neglect, or at least two years’ experience working in similar roles.
- Experience providing individual and group therapy to children, young people, and their families.
Other Requirements
- Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
- Current driver’s licence.
- Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.
About Applying
- Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. Please click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application.
- Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.
- We welcome you to share any support or adjustments you need to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with the contact person before or during your application. Your information will remain confidential.
For more information or questions about the role, please contact Jane Beasley on 0418 926 *** or ************@actforkids.com.au.
Closing Date: 18 July 2024
