AddressWe are a boutique provider who is looking for another person to join the team. This is a highly flexible and individualised position. Suiting someone looking for a part-time or flexible amount of hours, to work around their existing life. Additionally suiting someone with experience working in the NDIS, in order to be able to work independently yet also consult with a team.
We only provide therapy services, and thus are only focused on the science and art of this. We are dedicated to providing support that is insightful and empowering, and aim to provide an approach that is developmentally-sensitive and trauma-informed.
Primary Objectives/Responsibilities:
- Work directly with participants and their support network to provide thoughtful clinical support.
- Helpfully and collaboratively engage with your clients and their support network (this may include; families, key decision makers, medical professionals, and other clinical providers).
- Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, considering the impact of trauma on participation in daily activities.
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans aligned with NDIS goals and participants' unique needs and preferences.
- Utilise interventions that work towards goals and promote safety, empowerment, and choice.
- Provide education and support to participants, families, and other professionals.
- Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic and coordinated care.
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in accordance with NDIS and professional standards.
- Commit to regular clinical supervision, continuing your professional development and reflective practice.
- Meet individual, organisational and peak body (i.e. NDIS, AHPRA) requirements. For example, this includes the maintenance of adequate clinical notes and records. Specifically committing to upholding the NDIS practice standards under the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework.
- Work within the boundaries of confidentiality, privacy, respect and professional standards.
- Routinely participate in general team meetings.
About You:
- Registered Occupational Therapist with AHPRA registration.
- Experience working with people with disabilities, in an NDIS context.
- Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed principles and practices.
- Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Open-minded and considerate of diverse needs and experiences.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- A National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain).
What We Offer:
- Assessment, therapy and other implementation resources.
- Peer clinical supervision, administrative support, and general guidance. This includes streamlined administrative processes, so you’re not bogged down.
- Ability to work independently, yet also have access to team-based support.
- Internal professional development opportunities.
- Competitive remuneration that increases based on factors such as experience and qualification.
- A variety of bonus remunerations are available.
- Annual continuing professional development (CPD) allowance of $500.
- A high level of flexibility and choice is catered for in this role, as we are considerate of various life circumstances - you select the hours/days that work best for you (with a small yearly minimum amount of hours to allow for flexibility).
- Work-life balance - you choose your working hours, and where you want to work from: home, out in the community, on-site options and access to a variety of shared work spaces/offices which is provided by The Therapy Studio.
Job Type: Casual
Work Location: In person and remote, South West Sydney area preferred
Salary: $100.00 – $140.00 per hour
Experience: Occupational Therapy - 1 year + (Preferred)
