*$7000 Incentive Payment* Occupational Therapist

*$7000 Incentive Payment* Occupational TherapistJob posted: 02/01/2025Location: Melbourne | Northern MetropolitanJob type: Full time / From 28/01/2025Organisation: Schools (Government)Salary: Salary not specifiedOccupation: Education and TrainingReference: 1460972Location ProfilePurposeWestern Autistic School provides an intensive teaching program for students with autism, in their early years of schooling.
Our philosophy is to place the child at the centre of their learning and work collaboratively with the families of our students, to provide a strengths-based, student-centred education for all students who attend our school.
Over 1-4 years our students develop critical foundational skills, that build a sense of self, others and the world around them, alongside working towards the Victorian Curriculum Standards.
Throughout their journey the Student Support Group (SSG) develop a clear vision for the pathway of the student into a more integrated setting.School ValuesOur school demonstrates commitment to the following values:DiversityRespectLearning as an ongoing processSharing and growth of knowledgeSchool ProfileThe Western Autistic School is a large, vibrant and unique school in the western suburbs of Melbourne.
We offer an early years program for 300+ young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Prep to Grades 3.Our school caters to students in grades Prep- Grade 3, and synthesises an evidence base drawn from the Victorian Curriculum, Victorian Early Years Developmental Framework and contemporary research from the fields of autism and inclusive education to develop Individual Learning Programs for each student.Key features of our program include:The individual child is the focus of our teaching.Each child is provided with an individual learning plan, in consultation between parents and staff.Foundation skills in social communication, emotional intelligence, and language are an emphasis alongside academic skills.Small classes of 8 students with two teachers and an aide.School-wide support by expert therapists and a psychologist.Individualised transition program for children to move on to their local neighbourhood school.As part of our school's mission, WAS is actively involved in research and training.
It has a registered training provider The Autism Teaching Institute (ATI) which provides post graduate qualifications to educators working with students with ASD.Selection CriteriaSC1 Application of Occupational approaches and methods related to service delivery and enablement in Sensory Processing Disorder and Autistic Spectrum Disorder.SC2 Ability to deliver a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service to students and families in a specialist educational environment.
Service encompasses assessment, analysis, reporting, individual/group work, education and program delivery advice.SC3 Demonstrated capacity to work as part of a collaborative professional team and contribute to the achievements of the team through well-developed communication, networking and interpersonal skills.SC4 Ability to contribute to the design and delivery of professional learning to other relevant professionals, in the area of Occupational Therapy combined with a demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.SC5 Demonstrated high level oral and written communication.RoleThe Role of Occupational Therapist Practitioner with the School is to provide consultative and direct clinical services within the school environment.
It includes the responsibility for the development and planning of individual and group-based services to students, staff and parents.
In addition, the role will involve liaison with external agencies in the provision of equipment and service delivery.
A component of the role may be the supervision of students and the delivery of professional development packages and educational material to teaching staff and parents.The Role will also encompass a contribution to operational and strategic planning with respect to professional service delivery within the school.Services are primarily school-based relating to the students identified needs and curriculum based objectives.
The model of service delivery is integrated into the classroom and collaborative with the family and involved community agencies.
The position is located at Western Autistic School - 1 Burnley street, Laverton.ResponsibilitiesClinicalProvide assessment and devise appropriate treatment programs for students referred by or discussed in a team or as requested by the Principal/Assistant Principal.Work in consultation with teaching teams to undertake goal planning for students within the Individual Educational Programs (IEP's) framework.Design, implement and evaluate treatment and learning programs according to students individual needs in collaboration with teaching staff.Work collaboratively with teachers, parents and other community agencies where indicated to provide the best possible outcomes for the students at WAS.Provide written and verbal assessments for engaged agencies, teachers and parents where appropriate.
Maintain records and relevant documentation in student files.ProfessionalEnsure a high personal standard of work.Engage in peer review, performance appraisals, supervision and other quality assurance activities.Assist in the provision of professional development for staff of the school.Establish links with local paediatric OT's and relevant OT networks.Responsibility for the maintenance of resources and systems in conjunction with other staff.Engage in the development of school policies and procedures which relate to OT services, planning and delivery.Undertake other professional duties as requested by the Principal.Who May ApplyGraduate of an Occupational Therapy Training School recognised by the AAOT and World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy is a minimum academic requirement.
All applicants must be registered to practice as an Occupational Therapist with the Allied Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Experience in direct service delivery in an educational environment to students with an ASD is preferred.EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants 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.Child Safe StandardsVictorian 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.A written response to each of the Selection Criteria is required.Up to three referees who are able to comment on your application in relation to the Selection Criteria.This position is located at Western Autistic School - 1 Burnley Street, Laverton.Conditions of EmploymentAll 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 Human Resources.
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