Occupational Therapist - Special Education - Paid school holidays

Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Special Education - Paid school holidays Schools (Government) Applications close Wednesday 12 March 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Full time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Ed Support Level 1-Range 4 Occupation: Education and Training Location: Ballarat Reference: 1467226Location Profile Exciting Occupational Therapy position available at Ballarat Specialist School: Open to graduate and experienced occupational therapists No experience in special education setting required Flexible time fraction and work hours Only work during school terms, enjoy 11 weeks of holiday leave. Onsite support and supervision available Work in one of the largest specialist schools in Victoria Enjoy working with a supportive team of health professionals in soon to be upgraded school facilities. Access to a wide range of resources and professional development budget. Competitive pay range ($92,342-$108,878) Selection Criteria Demonstrated knowledge, ability and experience in the provision of occupational therapy services, in the area of pediatrics and developmental disorders. Demonstrated ability to provide a range of assessments, program planning and implementation of intervention. Demonstrated ability to evaluate programs and your professional performance and provide evidence of outcomes. Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively with children, parents and carers, teachers and assistants, therapists and other professionals and agencies. Demonstrated ability to work independently, to accept supervision as required, and an ability to seek support and implement recommendations. Demonstrated experience and willingness to engage in professional development activities, especially related to the range of impairments, intervention and evidenced based practice required to provide a quality service. Demonstration of high quality verbal and written communication skills. Role The Occupational Therapist at BSS is responsible for assessing, treating, and providing consultative services to students while supporting staff capacity building across the school. Their role is to enhance student access to and participation in all aspects of the school curriculum. The Occupational Therapist collaborates with allied health assistants, teachers, education support staff, other professionals, parents, and students to develop and implement support strategies. These strategies are reflected in the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Disability Inclusion Profile (DIP). Responsibilities Independently provide high-quality occupational therapy services, including assessment, treatment, and consultation, with clinical supervision support. Focus on developing students' fine and gross motor skills, self-care abilities, play, and regulation. Apply evidence-based interventions, assess their effectiveness, modify as needed, and report on outcomes. Maintain accurate documentation, including progress notes, service reports, health support plans, and assessment reports for the Disability Inclusion Profile (DIP). Collaborate with teachers, professionals, parents, and students to establish Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and implement support strategies. Communicate professionally with school staff, families, and external agencies. Provide training and guidance to school staff within the scope of occupational therapy expertise. Attend required meetings, including staff, professional learning committee, and team meetings. Develop a professional growth plan and participate in performance reviews. Comply with privacy legislation and school policies. Commit to continuous professional development. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. Qualifications, Essential: Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent Eligibility for membership of OT Australia Registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) EEO AND OHS Commitment Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school. The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Department's HR website . Applications close Wednesday 12 March 2025 at 11.59PM #J-18808-Ljbffr