Peadidatric NDIS Occupational Therapist for Perth

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Paediatrics
Location: WA
Work Type: Full-Time

About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for an Occupational Therapist to join a supportive and collaborative team environment in WA. This role will involve providing high-quality therapy services to children with developmental concerns, delays, and disorders. You will be working within a multi- and transdisciplinary team, engaging with clients and their families, and contributing to ongoing service development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement occupational therapy intervention strategies using a range of service delivery models.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy programs and adapt strategies as needed.

• Communicate effectively with clients and families to support therapy goals.

• Participate as an active team member in multi-/transdisciplinary activities.

• Select, maintain, and evaluate therapy tools, resources, and programs.

• Contribute to community education and promotion of occupational therapy services.

• Attend team meetings and participate in supervision, mentoring, and performance management.

• Maintain accurate progress notes, client records, and reports.

• Engage in professional development to maintain and upgrade skills.

• Adhere to workplace safety, Equal Opportunity principles, and organisational policies.

Essential Criteria:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, with registration (or eligibility) with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

• Knowledge of assessments and interventions for children with developmental concerns, delays, and disorders.

• Strong time and caseload management skills.

• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience in developmental paediatrics.

• Current driver’s licence.

• Knowledge and commitment to Equal Opportunity in employment and service delivery.

Benefits:

• Work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

• Ongoing mentoring and professional development opportunities.

• Opportunities to contribute to service improvement and community education.