Occupational Therapist GRADUATE POSITION ES1 Range 3 ONGOING

Belvoir Special School is a multi-mode specialist school in Wodonga which provides a high-quality educational program for students with mild, moderate and profound intellectual disabilities. Many students also have a level of Physical disability. Students range in age from five to eighteen years of age. In 2014 the school moved to a brand-new purpose-built facility. Current student population is 156. To attend the school students must meet the statewide eligibility criteria and are enrolled at Belvoir Special School after consultation with parents, previous schools or kindergartens and appropriate paramedic personnel if needed, in accordance with the school's documented enrolment policy. Our school's philosophy is reflected in its programs and based on the belief that children learn best in a co-operative workplace that is happy, challenging, supportive and non-threatening. Belvoir is a School Wide Positive Behaviour Support School and has developed a school culture that is reflected by the ideals of SWPBS. As a school we encourage active involvement and participation of students, staff, parents, caregivers, volunteers and the wider community. Belvoir is committed to developing lifelong learners who are encouraged to pursue their individual strengths and talents. Our aim is to enable all students who graduate from Belvoir to live an `enviable life¿ which allows them to achieve all their dreams. To do this we require committed teachers and support staff who see the special characteristics of all our students and will strive to ensure each individual feels safe, is confident and valued as a person.

Location Profile

LOCATION PROFILE





Belvoir Special School is a multi-mode specialist school in Wodonga which provides a high-quality educational program for students with mild, moderate and profound intellectual disabilities. Many students also have a level of Physical disability. Students range in age from five to eighteen years of age. In 2014 the school moved to a brand-new purpose-built facility. Current student population is 156. To attend the school students must meet the statewide eligibility criteria and are enrolled at Belvoir Special School after consultation with parents, previous schools or kindergartens and appropriate paramedic personnel if needed, in accordance with the school's documented enrolment policy. Our school's philosophy is reflected in its programs and based on the belief that children learn best in a co-operative environment that is happy, challenging, supportive and non-threatening. Belvoir is a School Wide Positive Behaviour Support School and has developed a school culture that is reflected by the ideals of SWPBS. As a school we encourage active involvement and participation of students, staff, parents, caregivers, volunteers and the wider community. Belvoir is committed to developing lifelong learners who are encouraged to pursue their individual strengths and talents. Our aim is to enable all students who graduate from Belvoir to live an `enviable life¿ which allows them to achieve all their dreams.



To do this we require committed teachers and support staff who see the special characteristics of all our students and will strive to ensure each individual feels safe, is confident and valued as a person.

Selection Criteria

SC1: A capacity as a Graduate Occupational Therapist to deliver a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service tostudents with intellectual disabilities in a school environment.

SC2: Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including demonstrated ability to consult, negotiate and liaise effectively with students, colleagues, families and members of the school.

SC3: An ability to assess student skills and maintain appropriate documentation including treatment plans/goals and written reports in accordance to DET guidelines.

SC4: An ability to develop and implement purposeful and relevant occupational therapy programs across the school.

SC5: Willingness to be a positive and productive member of a multiple disciplinary team to support school wide initiatives and a capacity to adjust to change.

Role

The Occupational Therapist will work within a multidisciplinary team model, supporting students with intellectual disabilities and complex social and health needs.

Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining ho

📌 School-Based Occupational Therapist – Graduate (Wodonga)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Wodonga