Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist / Key Worker Windermere Child and Family Services are seeking a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist / Key Worker to provide high-quality early intervention and therapy services for children and families while demonstrating exemplary leadership and advocacy for change. Windermere Child and Family Services provided pay range This range is provided by Windermere Child and Family Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range A$107,000.00/yr - A$118,000.00/yr Apply for any of our Allied Health roles by the 31st December and if successful will receive a $2000 sign on bonus. Please note - This is an active recruitment campaign and applications are being reviewed and shortlisted for interview as they are received. This means that the advertisement may be withdrawn prior to the end date. Windermere is an independent community service organisation working across the Southeast of Victoria to help those who need it most. Our unique range of services includes community care for children, family health & wellbeing, childhood development, education & support, early intervention & therapy services, NDIS support coordination and plan management, homelessness support, counseling services, assistance to support victims of trauma, assault and violent crimes and recovery support services. We are seeking a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist / Key Worker to provide quality Early Intervention & Therapy services and display exemplary people leadership skills to be a positive and encouraging advocate for change. Why work at Windermere? Our philosophy of “supporting children to build a positive future” acknowledges the importance of high-quality early intervention. Our team embed a parent coaching approach, recognising the strengths and skills that parents and carers already have, working collaboratively to ensure strategies and learning continue to occur outside of sessions as we work towards identified goals. Watch the video to see our Parent Coaching Approach in action Windermere offers staff a wide range of unique benefits beyond the salary, including flexible working options, above award personal leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, donated gift days, referral program, flexible leave scheme, salary packaging, paid parental leave, structured performance check‑ins, growth opportunities, staff discounts, professional development, study leave, rostered days off or 9‑day fortnight (if full‑time), high quality IT equipment and fleet vehicle access. Windermere care about staff and strive for continuous improvement, which is why we regularly ask our staff and consumers about what we can do better. n our staff survey from May 2024, 90% of respondents said they were "proud to work at Windermere" and 89.7% feel "we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion". Reporting Reporting to the Team Leader of EITS (Early Intervention & Therapy Services), you will join an enthusiastic and highly skilled team of Allied Health Professionals who provide a range of tailored services to children and youth aged 0–12 years. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the Team Leader through coaching and mentoring of other Allied Health Practitioners. Responsibilities liaise and collaborate with a team of different discipline areas (occupational therapists, speech pathologists, early childhood education specialists, physiotherapists, psychologists, dietitians) to design and deliver comprehensive support for consumers; actively model processes to improve others’ skills by providing knowledge, constructive feedback, coaching and learning opportunities; deliver a broad range of evidence-informed intervention strategies, standardised assessments and parent education to increase communication and active participation in social and educational settings for children; undertake face‑to‑face consultation and relationship building in natural environments, schools and kindergartens as well as our modern office facilities and therapy spaces; provide key worker support and advice to families and children across different areas, including speaking and listening, establishing routines and support to meet developmental milestones. Contract Details This is a full‑time parental leave contract ending in June 2026. We also consider part‑time (0.8–30.4 hours per week). Full‑time employees can apply to work a 9‑day fortnight. Key Selection Criteria Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRA; Minimum 3 years’ experience managing, supervising and leading staff; Minimum 5 years discipline‑specific clinical experience, with sound theoretical knowledge in paediatric practice 0 to 9; The ability to meet service delivery requirements of 4 hours/day and provide a consumer‑focused, high‑quality and responsive service; Knowledge and experience to assess children from 0 to 9 with a variety of clinical and developmental needs; Knowledge and experience in the prescription of assistive technology; Willingness to obtain Medicare Provider Registration; Proficient in the use of ICT for such things as service delivery (telehealth), case note documentation and online learning modules; Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and support others to meet their KPIs; Build trusting working relationships with both children and families in addition to the Early Intervention and Therapy Service team; Being open to continuous quality improvement that allows ongoing learning and growth as part of a high‑performing team; Willingness to promote and support practices that are inclusive, culturally responsive, safe and accessible; Willingness to undertake relevant pre‑employment screening and checks – including NDIS worker screening check, Police Check, Pre‑Employment Medical and Working with Children’s check; Right to Work in Australia (e.g., Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Visa holder with full working rights). Application Go to our Jobs Portal to submit your application and view the detailed Position Description. Please ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter. If you require any specific access adjustments or support within the Windermere recruitment, interview or onboarding process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist via phone or email Equity and Inclusion Statement Windermere is committed to creating equitable environments for consumers and employees. We do this by building diverse and inclusive services and workspaces, where all peoples from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, CALD, LGBTIQ+ Communities and those living with disability will know and feel accepted, affirmed, safe and celebrated. Windermere is delivering this through the continued development and implementation of our Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy as we seek to provide a diverse workforce at all levels. #J-18808-Ljbffr