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SalaryPassionate about mental health?
Looking to upskill?
This Brisbane based Organisation is an endorsed provider for Better Access to Mental Health, and facilitates it's Mental Health and NDIS patients to build trusting, positive relationships with animals that provide comfort, happiness and companionship.
Through the loving client/animal relationships that are formed, this unique Organisation are able to support their clients in their rehabilitation- helping them to achieve a better quality of life. What you will be doing- Working with a qualified therapy dog to provide in home therapy to NDIS and Mental Health patients (80% Paediatrics/ 20% Adults)
- Seeing 4-5 clients face to face a day for 50min sessions
- Providing therapy via Telehealth on ad-hoc basis
- Facilitating the formation of positive, trusting and respectful relationships between clients and the animal
- Writing summary notes and reports to feedback client progress to the Director and relevant Organisations
- Leading and liasing with a team of passionate Occupational Therapists and supporting them with questions about their caseload
- Engaging and upskilling your knowledge by meeting with a range of clients presenting with different conditions i.e.; autism, ADHD, Bipolar, ODD, schizophrenia
- Above award salary; $116,000 - $135,000 + Super
- Upskill in your area of interest with a $500 annual Professional Development allowance
- Fuel allowance + Toll pass
- Option to earn gift cards for your hard work!
- 3 day working week!
- Great support; first few weeks you will shadow the director and learn how to engage the patient and animal and facilitate a therapy plan based on patients needs and goals
- Fortnightly in person team catchups (and breakfasts paid for!) to discuss challenging caseloads
- Admin team that handles bookings and billings so you can focus on delivering top quality therapy to your clients
- Opportunity to EARN EXTRA $$$ per NDIS report written
Requirements
- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
- AHPRA registration
- Minimum 3 Years experience working as a Occupational Therapist and previous Team Leader experience
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Drivers license and own vehicle
Referral BONUS -
we offer $300 to you if you refer a friend/colleague who we help into a new role!Why Choose Gorilla Jobs?
- Expertise in Allied Health Recruitment: We specialise in your field, understanding the current market and demands of Allied Health roles across QLD.
- Extensive Network & Unlisted Roles: Gain access to a broad network of opportunities, including exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere.
- Personalised Support: From selecting the perfect role to negotiating terms, we’re by your side, offering tailored advice specific to your region and specialisation.
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- Commitment to Your Success: Our goal is to ensure a seamless, stress-free recruitment experience that aligns with your career aspirations for the long term.
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Add me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-elleson-4b8410261/
Additional information
- Part time role - 3 Day Working week
- Get paid extra $$$ per NDIS report you submit
- Salary of $116,000 - $135,000 + Super
