Occupational Therapist - Penrith, Australia - KU Children's Services

KU Children's Services Penrith, Australia

5 days ago

Full time

Description

Permanent

Working Hours: Flexible (minimum 2 days per week, hours negotiable)

Qualification: Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy

KU has been recognised as the Employer of Choice 8 times more than any other provider within the sector We are incredibly proud to have obtained this every year since 2016. Join us if you want to be seen and valued as an Early Childhood Professional working in supportive and inclusive environments.

KU Children's Services is a registered NDIS provider.

In response to the growing demand for early intervention services, our Early Intervention Programs play a pivotal role in providing a variety of multidisciplinary early intervention supports for children aged birth to 12 years.

We provide a variety of services which include in clinic, community access and telehealth support options that can be accessed via a child's NDIS Plan, fee-for service or GP approved Medicare plan alternatives.

We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate therapists who are committed to helping make a difference in the lives of children in play-based learning environments.

Are you?

Dedicated to supporting children with additional needs

Experienced in working collaboratively with families and other professional

Looking for tailored support and professional supervision to meet your needs

Looking for realistic and manageable caseloads with dedicated administration support

Wanting to be recognised for your contributions

Seeking ongoing mentoring and training

If that sounds like you, perhaps you should choose KU as your new employer

Of course, you will need:

Australian recognised tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy

Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Experience in establishing and maintaining respectful relationships with a range of stakeholders

Experience in supporting the developmental needs of children

Experience in administering and scoring a range of assessments

Experience in report writing and providing feedback to families

Ability to work independently as well as within a team

Exceptional communication skills, written and oral

Proficient using Microsoft Office package and online databases.

Meticulous time management and organisation skills

Current drivers' license and use of a comprehensively insured, registered motor vehicle

Senior First Aid Certificate

Working with children Check

NDIS Worker Check or willing to obtain

A Medicare Provider number or willing to obtain

Experience the KU Difference

KU offers:

Work life balance

Generous annual pay increases,

Up the 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave,

Access to a variety of salary packaging options,

KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers,

KU focuses on wholistic staff wellness through its Health & Wellbeing portal,

Access to extensive professional learning,

An inclusive culture with a shared vision,

Comprehensive IT equipment package

Travel allowance (in line with company policies and procedures)

Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces,

Coaching and mentoring with experienced colleagues.

How do you apply?

Sarah Davies, HR Generalist on or via email

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KU Children's Services is committed to being a child safe organisation. We put children's safety and wellbeing at the centre of our practices. Child safety is a shared responsibility across the organisation. All KU staff contribute to maintaining our child safe culture and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children in our services and programs. KU has a zero tolerance of harm or abuse of children.

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