Address- We value the space and time a clinician needs to plan and reflect on their work, with a manageable caseload (average of 4 appointments per day).
- Flourish in a workplace that focuses on staff wellbeing and has a strong team culture of connection and co-creation. We share team wellbeing days across the year which are a great opportunity to play, try new things, connect and restore. Some of the activities we have explored include art therapy, ceramics, yoga, tai chi, drumming, reflexology & nature connection experiences.
- Curiosity and lifelong learning are embedded in our values and we will support you in your interests. A generous PD budget is provided as well as regular in-house training and access to our recorded library of Spark team training sessions.
- Regular supervision, peer support and team meetings provide opportunities for reflection, connection and skill development. Develop your clinical reasoning skills as you learn new frameworks and experiment with ideas. We have an incredible breadth of knowledge and experience within the team and love sharing this with each other.
- We will support you to develop your evidence informed assessment and intervention skills. Build your professional confidence through a graded orientation program which includes shadowing opportunities, joint sessions and support to develop goal setting and intervention planning.
- Find your spark! We nurture and celebrate our team's strengths and talents. We understand OTs need a balance of clinical time, project work & other opportunities that spark their interest.
- Work in a beautiful setting on 10 acres of land and weave nature into your sessions. We have resident kangaroos and the occasional echidna!
- Flexible employment opportunities available – full time or part time. Opportunity to work from home to complete administration tasks.
- Connection & Belonging
- Compassion & Kindness
- Sparkle!
- Curiosity & Learning
- Meaningful Contribution
The Spark Therapy Services is a well-established children's OT private practice, servicing the Northern Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. Our clinic is located in Diamond Creek, bordering the suburbs of St Helena and Greensborough.
Our philosophy is to connect with, and foster a child's inner spark and promote their participation, wellbeing and relationships.
We work in partnership with families to support: building understanding, confidence, capacity and advocacy skills.
We love nurturing our team and celebrating their strengths and skills. We have a strong and supportive team culture that is fostered through social events, regular wellbeing days, regular supervision and professional development opportunities.
We want our clients and team members to find their spark!
About the RoleWe are seeking OTs to join the team. We provide the following opportunities:
- Learn The Spark's neuro-diversity affirming approach to understanding a child’s strengths and developmental differences by making sense of a child’s complex stress load and neuro-biological foundations and how this impacts on their daily occupations.
- Develop holistic and engaging assessment and therapy for children from 0-18 years old and their families. Therapy is provided within the clinic, community, or educational setting.
- Work in partnership with OT colleagues to deliver meaningful group programs that build a sense of connection and belonging for our clients and their families.
- We value parent and community education and building parent capacity. We will support you to develop your skills in parent coaching and education.
- Contribute to the fantastic resources we create for our Spark Community - including social stories, parent fact sheets and educational videos.
- We provide supported orientation process, depending on your level of experience. This may involve shadowing, joint sessions and assessment with another OT, joint planning and shared problem solving. We will foster your professional skills and confidence.
- The space to be creative, reflect on your practice and plan your sessions.
- AHPRA registration
- Approved qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Relevant experience working in paediatrics helpful. New Graduates, early career OTs and those seeking support to transition to paediatrics welcome to apply.
- Access to your own car (preferred, not essential)
- Thoughtful, warm and engaging communication skills.
- Thorough and detail oriented written communication skills.
- A curious, open and playful OT
- A self-reflective person
- Individuals with a growth mindset
Call our Director Tina and have a chat - 0431273*** or send her an email
with your CV and tell her why you want to join The Spark: ****@thesparkts.com.au
Apply now!
If you apply early and are successful, we would love to invite you to our Spark Wellbeing Day on Friday 14 June 2024
