Child Trauma Occupational Therapist

Vor 6 Tagen


Canberra, Österreich Marymead CatholicCare Canberra & Goulburn Vollzeit

Branch: Canberra Flexible role with competitive salary and benefits Full time/ part time position Braddon, ACT The key responsibilities for the Child Occupational Therapist will be to improve the daily functioning of children between the ages of 0 and 12 years who have experienced trauma and enhance their ability to participate and engage in everyday life situations. This will be achieved by building sensory, cognitive, behaviour, motor, social and independence skills. The Occupational Therapist will develop individualised treatment plans that target identified goals that arise from the assessment process and are developed in conjunction with the child and family. Play will be used to engage children, to support their participation, learning and skill development. The Occupational Therapist will work with parents and carers to support and nurture their child to enhance participation across all environments. Provide a quality intake and assessment process Participate in the MDT shared intake and triage processes Conduct comprehensive assessments according to service processes/requirements and sector guidelines. Provide information regarding a more relevant service when inappropriate referrals are received. Provide feedback and follow up to referring party Provide a quality Occupational Therapy intervention service Ensure sessions are provided in line with Occupational Therapy and Marymead CatholicCare Code of Ethics and Conduct At the initial session, you are required to inform the child of the limitations of confidentiality and your obligations under the Child Protection and Privacy Act. Being a mandated person, you must adhere to any policy or legislation regarding this. Use your professional judgement regarding liaison and feedback with parents. Be prepared for all sessions, including resources required. Adopt a range of evidence-based interventions appropriate for use with children under the age of 12 and their families. Offer up to 5 client sessions per working day (incorporating some care coordination calls) Where necessary, attend schools or client homes to assist in assessment and intervention Participate in joint assessments with other MDT members as indicated Liaise with relevant key stakeholders e.g. teachers, medical professionals Ensure that clinical and administrative standards are maintained in accordance with the program's policies Maintain client records per program policy and within policy timeframes. Contribution and completion of support letters and reports may be required. A case note must be made for every interaction regarding the case, including any correspondence, e-mails, and other documents. Case notes must be factual, relevant and adhere to any Marymead CatholicCare process or practice. Complete Connx timesheets on a fortnight basis (when applicable). Where pay dates fall during a holiday period, have these completed prior to commencement of break and complete any other required documentation as requested by Program Manager or stipulated in policy and procedure (e.g. travel allowance forms, leave forms, time in lieu requests). Supervision and professional development Attend, organize, and carry out professional supervision and training as appropriate and in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures. Staff are supported to participate in supervision and ongoing training. It is the staff members' responsibility to manage their PD requirements including attending core training required by the agency and relevant contracts. Policies in these areas are to be followed. Group Programs Co-facilitate group-based programs for children and their families. Training in specific programs may be required. On occasion, may be required to facilitate these programs after usual business hours to ensure the programs are accessible for families. Team Meetings The occupational therapist will attend, participate and contribute towards team meetings: this includes being on time and coming prepared to meetings. Team meetings will include regular MDT meetings as well as scheduled broader team meetings. Ability to provide a professional quality service to all stakeholders The occupational therapist will maintain professional communication and provide timely response to all stakeholders What we offer Rewarding opportunities exist for enthusiastic people seeking meaningful careers, helping people in the wider community in a diverse range of program areas. Marymead CatholicCare's employment benefits include a generous salary packaging option, free parking, and professional development in a family friendly environment. About us Marymead CatholicCare is the social services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn. Our mission is to provide quality services to people by promoting healthy, inclusive communities through relationships, partnerships and collaboration while adhering to our values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Care & Compassion, and Inclusivity. Ideal person The ideal person we are looking for has: Relevant accreditation as a Mental Health endorsed Occupational Therapist Demonstrated skills and experience working in the mental health sector with individuals and families. Commitment to and proficiency delivering evidence-based interventions. Good verbal and written communication skills; good time management You will also be required to undergo a National Police Check. To be considered for this role you will be also required to hold: a current driver's license, and a Working with Vulnerable People Card To Apply To apply you must: Attach an updated resume Address each area above in a covering letter (no more than 2 pages). Applications that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered. Please send your applications to: ****** Closing Date: 13 September 2024 Marymead CatholicCare has a commitment to child safeguarding and zero tolerance to child abuse. Marymead CatholicCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people who identify as LGBTIQ; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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