12 Nov
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Health Workforce Queensland
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Toowoomba
12 Nov
Health Workforce Queensland
Toowoomba
Position Highlights
- Two permanent opportunities available for new graduates and experienced clinicians
- Clinical supervision, mentoring and peer support from experienced clinicians
- Annual external professional development budget of up to $2,500
- Weekly multidisciplinary team meetings and collaboration with experienced Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists
- Full-time administrative support and a unique clinic environment featuring a rock-climbing wall and Vuly gym
- Annual salary from $80,000 to $120,000, based on experience and qualifications
Employment Type
- Permanent – Full-Time
- Immediate start offered.
Practice Information
This private allied health practice supports children, adolescents and adults with disabilities and additional support needs. The team provides person-centred, meaningful therapy focused on helping clients develop their skills, build independence and participate more fully in everyday life.
The multidisciplinary team includes Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Allied Health Assistants and administration support. The practice values collaboration, knowledge sharing and a supportive workplace where clinicians can contribute their strengths, interests and ideas as services continue to grow.
Services may be delivered in the clinic, community and via telehealth where appropriate. The practice welcomes new graduates looking to develop their clinical skills and experienced practitioners seeking a supportive and collaborative workplace.
Position Description
The Occupational Therapist will deliver high-quality,
evidence-centred occupational therapy services to children, adolescents and adults with disability, developmental delay, neurological conditions, mental health conditions and age-related functional decline.
The role includes:
- Conducting occupational therapy assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions
- Completing clinical reports and working with clients to establish meaningful goals
- Providing capacity-building and ongoing therapy services
- Undertaking functional capacity assessments
- Recommending assistive technology
- Providing home modification services where appropriately trained
- Collaborating with participants, families, carers, support coordinators, educators, medical professionals and other stakeholders
- Supporting clients to maximise their independence, participation, wellbeing and quality of life
- Delivering services in accordance with NDIS Practice Standards, AHPRA requirements and organisational policies
A comprehensive position description can be provided upon request.
Position Requirements
Essential requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA
- Current National Police Check
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- Current Working with Children Check or Blue Card
- Current driver’s licence
- Access to a reliable motor vehicle
- Comprehensive vehicle insurance
- Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain
- Valid authority to work in Australia
Demonstrated experience working with one or more of the following is desirable:
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Intellectual disability
- Global developmental delay
- Neurological conditions
- Physical disability
- Mental health conditions
- Paediatric clients
- Adult clients
- NDIS participants
New graduates and experienced Occupational Therapists are encouraged to apply.
After Hours Requirements
No
About Toowoomba
Toowoomba offers an attractive regional lifestyle with affordable living, great schools, beautiful surrounds and a welcoming community. Located approximately 1.5 hours from Brisbane and around two hours from both the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, it provides convenient access to South East Queensland while offering the benefits of regional living.
For more information on this position, please contact our team via
[email protected].
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Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.
JOB – 10004311
📌 Occupational Therapist | Graduate and Experienced Clinicians | Toowoomba QLD (10004311)
🏢 Health Workforce Queensland
📍 Toowoomba