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Salary- 12-month parental leave contract with opportunity for extension
- Centre-based position in Prospect with no travel!
- Provide integrated early intervention in a group setting
- Opportunities to work from home and flexible work arrangements
- As a key member of our collaborative and forward-thinking team, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of individuals in need!
- Boost your take home pay with our fantastic salary packaging benefits
- Flexible working options - tell us what you need for that work-life balance!*
- Paid study leave, and financial education assistance up to $6,000
- An established, diverse and supportive team culture who have a focus on improving lives by working collaboratively
- Access to our fantastic salary packaging options - increase your take home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay with $15,899 tax free each year
- Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation Card provides you with an additional $2,650 tax free per year
- Genuine career development opportunities across the organisation
- Discounted motor vehicles and gym memberships
- BUPA and Medibank health cover discounts
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you, and your family
Who are we looking for?
At AnglicareSA, we're all about working together and partnering with communities to create positive social impact and change lives. We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our fun and supportive multi-disciplinary team committed to making a difference in the lives of autistic children. The role is based at our Daphne Street Specialist Early Learning Centre, where we run inclusive programs in a mainstream setting, as well as a therapy program within an Autism Specific Early Learning and Care Centre (ASELCC). We celebrate diversity and champion every child's individuality and need for connection.
Our therapy team provides integrated early intervention, education and therapy to children up to the age of 6 years within a specialised childcare setting. Leveraging your clinical and exceptional interpersonal skills, you will provide regular supervision and professional development to the Occupational Therapy team.
If you thrive working within a unique, vibrant and energetic environments this role is for you.
You have the opportunity for flexible working hours, offering part-time or full-time employment.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Develop, implement and evaluate group-based therapy programs for children with ASD.
- Lead, mentor, train, supervise and support fellow staff, participate in reviews and collaborate with leadership to identify areas of improvement.
- Inform the multi-disciplinary team with advice, plans and strategies with regard to OT discipline specific related services to children within the program.
- Support, guide and advise childcare staff in the delivery of small group programs.
- Contributing to the innovation and growth of services to enable children and young people to live their lives to the fullest.
- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration
- Demonstrated knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Minimum of four years working within Occupational Therapy
- A broad knowledge of occupational therapy interventions and their application to children living with ASD.
- Experience in program planning development and evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively, independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
As one of SA's largest social services provider, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 50,000 people each year. Our 2000 employees, and 300+ volunteers support individuals, families and communities, responding to their immediate need and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life.
We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives.
How to Apply:
View the attached Job Description for further details on the role requirements.
If this sounds like you please click on Apply and submit your application!
For more information or to arrange a confidential phone call before applying, please contact Angela, Recruitment Business Partner at angela.rizovski@anglicaresa.com.au
AnglicareSA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage all suitably qualified candidates apply.
We are committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our for details on our Aboriginal Services.
