Occupation: Health and allied health

Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs

Reference: 1550156

Selection Criteria

SC1. Demonstrated capacity to deliver a variety of occupational therapy interventions with children from Year foundation to 6, with a wide range of additional needs, backgrounds and experiences.

SC2. Demonstrated capacity to work within a collaborative professional team.

SC3. Demonstrated ability to use initiative, prioritisation and reflective practice to strategically plan and manage caseload.

Role

[Attendance requirement for this position]

Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions.Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations.

Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal.Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school.Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.

Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic)



or its successor.Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employees position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Responsibilities

Therapeutic Assessment and Planning

- Conduct assessments of student's sensory, motor, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning to inform individualised planning.
- Identify and assess environmental factors (e.g., daily routines) impacting student participation and make evidence-based recommendations for modifications

Intervention Delivery

- Develop, deliver, and evaluate individual and small group therapy programs to enhance student participation, engagement, and independence in learning.
- Support the implementation of occupational therapy strategies within Inclusion Programs and in an Outreach capacity, through collaboration with Leadership and Teaching staff.

Capacity Building and Qualified Learning

- Provide professional development to teachers, education support staff, and leadership on topics including sensory regulation, motor skill development, and inclusive classroom strategies.
- Mentor and model best practice approaches in Inclusive programs and in an Outreach capacity, supporting staff to apply therapy strategies in everyday practice.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement





- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to align therapy goals with student learning goals and Inclusion program priorities.
- Liaise with parents, external professionals, and community agencies to coordinate care and support transitions.
- Provide advice and documentation for Disability Inclusion Profiles and contribute to Student Support Group (SSG) meetings.

Leadership and Whole School Contribution

- Contribute to the development of school-wide policies, programs, and practices that support the inclusion of students with disability.
- Engage with other therapists and the leadership team to drive continuous improvement in inclusive practice and student outcomes.
- Promote the role of occupational therapy within the school and advocate for student needs in broader forums where appropriate.

Operational and Administrative Duties

Maintain accurate records and provide timely, high-quality reports in line with professional standards.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance an

📌 Occupational Therapist FTE 0.6 (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne