Occupational Therapist P/T - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Leave)

Naturally Kids Allied Health is looking for our next super star Occupational Therapist to join our team in Townsville supporting neurodiverse children and young adults. 

Using a neurodiversity-affirming approach, we provide 1-on-1 and group occupational therapy to support children and their families to embrace their unique strengths and have the childhood they deserve. We are proud to offer services that are unique in the Townsville community including Nature-based Occupational Therapy groups and Sense Rugby.

Our mission at Naturally Kids is to support children to connect – with themselves, their families and the world they engage in.  We do this by supporting children to spend more time outside playing in nature, participating in sports and finding their strengths. By incorporating connection and play in all our sessions, we can help children feel successful, build their self-confidence and thrive. 

Why join Naturally Kids?

At Naturally Kids, we will support you to grow into your OT potential! We offer a high standard of internal, supportive supervision from experienced OTs. 

We are as passionate about supporting our staff as we are about supporting the children and families we work with. We know that to provide quality care for clients, you also need to be supported. That is why when you work for us, we offer the following: 

• Competitive salary and career progression opportunities
• Generous professional development allowance.
• Participation in nature-based and sports-based based occupational therapy, with opportunities to grow and upskill in these areas
• Supportive internal supervision and mentoring from experienced OTs
• Great workplace culture. 

Your Responsibilities

• Empowering parents and families to develop understanding and knowledge of the NDIS to support their ability to make informed decisions.
• Provide client-centered, neurodivergent affirming, strengths-based therapy to make a difference in the lives of children and families.
• Work collaboratively with the team around the child, including liaising with other allied health professionals, schools and families to support outcomes and progress toward goals. 
• Provide meaningful, fun and evidence-based group and individual therapy, including nature-based and sports-based group programs.
• Administer and interpret standardised assessments and complete associated reports to advocate for client needs and provide well-informed strategies. 
• Coach parents and families to understand their child’s needs. Empower them to know their children’s strengths and break down barriers. 
• Support for children of all backgrounds and unique neurotypes to reach their potential.
• Opportunities for outreach and consulting work, to support children and families in the North Queensland. 

Essential Skills and Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent 
• Current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration
• Current First Aid certificate, or ability to obtain
• NDIS worker clearance, or ability to obtain
• Current Australian Driver's Licence

If you are looking for your next position with a company that values your wellbeing as well as provides unique services, please send us your application to *****@naturallykids.com.au 

For further information about this position or the Company, please contact Tanya Bird, Practice Manager on 0403 180 ***.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.