AddressAre you an Allied Health student, perhaps studying externally, living locally looking for some real world paid experience in delivering therapy programs? or a fully qualified AHA ready to further your experience?
About the position
As a Therapy Assistant at Northcott you will deliver Occupational Therapy, Speech pathology & Physiotherapy programs to our clients under instruction and guidance of a qualified Allied Health Professional. Therapy programs will include individual and group therapy programs for clients, in an individual and family centred model of practice.
This position is offered on a casual basis, and is centred locally in Toowoomba and the surrounding community. You will receive regular support from our Therapists in person and also remotely. Initially 1-2 days per week are available, however the hours on offer are envisaged to grow based on your capacity.
Key Responsibilities• Support our clients and their families to achieve their therapy goals with delivery of therapy programs.
• Further your experience in the fast growing disability sector, whilst receiving ongoing and careful support from our Allied Health Professionals
• Be a champion for our customers and support them to achieve their goals and independence
• Allied Health students currently studying an allied health degree (e.g. SP, OT, DT, PT) living locally, perhaps studying externally - or;
• Certificate IV in Allied Health, - or;
• Fully qualified and/or experienced Allied Health Assistant (min Cert III).
• Hold a valid Working With Children Check (Blue Card) and NDIS Worker Screening clearance.
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module training.
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• Current drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and an understanding of the importance of professional boundaries and scope of practice.
