Paediatric Occupational Therapist (Mobile and Telehealth) (Waterloo)

Paediatric Occupational Therapist (Mobile and Telehealth) (Waterloo)

11 Oct
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Moment By Moment
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Waterloo

11 Oct

Moment By Moment

Waterloo

About Us

Moment by Moment (MBM) is a small Occupational Therapy business located in Waterloo providing mobile and telehealth services to their clients. MBM is dedicated to assisting and supporting paediatric clients to achieve their goals and they take pride in creating transformative moments for every child they work with.

MBM is focused on working collaboratively with families, educators, and other health professionals to enhance children’s’ wellbeing and developmental health with a holistic, family-centred approach.

MBM are seeking an experienced mobile Occupational Therapist to join the team. You will be working with long-term and new clients aged between 0-17 years, with appointments based at schools, day-care, client homes and via telehealth. MBM clients are located across the Waterloo, Sydney City, and neighbouring suburbs.

What’s on Offer

· Work Life Balance – full-time role available with clients based locally to Waterloo/surrounding suburbs. This a great chance to work locally to suit your lifestyle and build positive community connections.

· Career – autonomous role with support and mentoring from the Director. Continuing Professional Development through Team Meetings, budget for Professional Development Courses, reasonable KPI's, flexibility in scheduling.

· The Care Factor – open and approachable, transparent management who provide transparent communication. We promote flexibility and wellbeing.

· Culture – positive and inclusive culture who care about professionalism and the client customer experience. We offer team events and opportunities to collaborate with peers.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director/Senior OT responsibilities of the role will include:

· Provide Occupational Therapy services to children aged 0-17, completing assessments, continuing plans that are already in place and developing new plans as needed.

· Use a family centric, strengths-based approach to identify the client’s abilities and evaluate developmental challenges.

· Design, document and implement treatment plans to address goals and objectives.

· Work closely with and communicate with a client's care team,



including other allied health professionals and advisers regarding treatment plans.

· Work closely with carers and families in the development and review of plans.

· Provide excellent service delivery, care, education, and support to families.

· Manage the administration, case notes, reports and client communication in a timely manner.

Tasks you would complete

1. Assessing clients' emotional, psychological, developmental and physical capabilities through clinical observations, interviews and standardised assessments.

2. Evaluating clients' functional abilities within their home, workplace, school and community environments and identifying barriers to independent living.

1. Developing, implementing and reviewing individualised occupational therapy treatment and rehabilitation programs to improve clients' functional independence and quality of life.

2. Planning and delivering therapeutic interventions involving vocational, recreational, remedial, social and educational activities, both individually and in group settings.

3. Recommending appropriate assistive equipment, adaptive technologies and environmental modifications, including wheelchairs, splints and home modifications, to support clients' daily activities.

4. Providing professional advice and education to clients, families, carers, employers and teachers regarding strategies to improve functional abilities and adapt living, working and learning environments.

5. Collaborating with medical practitioners, allied health professionals and other service providers to coordinate treatment plans and ensure effective client care.

6. Monitoring, evaluating and documenting clients' progress, reviewing treatment outcomes and modifying therapy programs as required.

7.



Providing specialist occupational therapy advice and assessments for clients requiring rehabilitation, disability support, injury management or other specialised interventions.

8. Maintaining accurate clinical records, assessment reports and treatment documentation in accordance with professional standards, ethical obligations and relevant legislative requirements.

About You

MBM are seeking an enthusiastic and caring Therapist who has a passion for making a difference in their young client’s life.

As a friendly, compassionate, and professional therapist you will be empathetic, able to build rapport quickly with children and enjoy supporting clients to maximise their growth and development.

You will have excellent interpersonal skills, have a family-centred approach and the ability to think on your feet to co-regulate children and provide support for parents.

MBM pride themselves on the strong relationships that has been built with their clients and families, with connection and care being extremely key. Candidates will need to embody and continue this vision with current and new clients.

The ideal candidate will also have experience with SOS Feeding Approach and DIR Floortime.

The Musts

· 2-3 years experience as an Occupational Therapist

· Relevant bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

· Current registration as an Occupational Therapist

· Experience working with a diverse range of children and client needs

· Specialised experience in paediatrics and mental health

· Sensory integration training is essential

· Excellent communication and report writing skills

· Energetic, fun, and caring therapist

· Current driver's license and reliable car

· NDIS workers screening

· Current Police Check and Working with Children’s Check

· Skilled Indemnity Insurance

· Ability to work autonomously

If this sounds like you and you are as excited as we are by this opportunity, then we would love to hear from you!

To Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your talents for the role.

📌 Paediatric Occupational Therapist (Mobile and Telehealth) (Waterloo)
🏢 Moment By Moment
📍 Waterloo

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