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Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist / Key Worker$107k - $118k + Super + Salary tax benefitsPlease note - This is an active recruitment campaign and applications are being reviewed and shortlisted for interview as they are received. This means that the advertisement may be withdrawn prior to the end date.OverviewWindermere is an independent community service organisation working across the Southeast of Victoria to help those who need it most. Our unique range of services include; Communities for Children, Family Health & Wellbeing, Childhood Development, Education & Support, Early Intervention Therapy Services, NDIS Support Coordination and Plan Management, Homelessness Support, Counselling Services, assistance to support victims of trauma, assault and violent crimes and Recovery Support Services.ResponsibilitiesReport to the Team Leader of EITS (Early Intervention & Therapy Services) and work with an enthusiastic team of Allied Health Professionals providing tailored services to children and youth aged 0-12 years.Coach and mentor other Allied Health Practitioners as a Senior Practitioner to improve knowledge, skills and capabilities of colleagues and families.Lead and supervise a small team, while managing a consumer caseload and contributing to service delivery.Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team (occupational therapists, speech pathologists, early childhood education specialists, physiotherapists, psychologists, dietitians) to design and deliver comprehensive support for consumers.Model processes to improve others skills through knowledge sharing, constructive feedback, coaching and learning opportunities.Deliver a broad range of evidence-informed intervention strategies, standardised assessments and parent education to increase communication and active participation in social and educational settings for children.Undertake face-to-face consultation and relationship building in natural environments, schools and kindergartens as well as office facilities and therapy spaces.Provide key worker support and advice to families and children across areas such as social skills, basic gross and fine motor skills, routine implementation and emotional regulation.Qualifications and ExperienceTertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRAMinimum 3 years experience managing, supervising and leading staffMinimum 5 years discipline-specific clinical experience, with sound theoretical knowledge in paediatric practice 0-12Demonstrated knowledge of typical development and common conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy and developmental delayKnowledge and skills in the assessment, implementation and evaluation of plans and services for children & familiesAbility to work effectively as part of a team and independently, including office-based or remote off-site locationsAbility to manage time to meet service KPIs and provide consumer-focused, high-quality and responsive serviceKnowledge in the prescription of assistive technologyCompetence in the use of ICT to support service delivery, such as telehealthWillingness to promote inclusive, culturally responsive, safe and accessible practicesWillingness to undertake pre-employment checks (NDIS Worker Screening Check, Police Check, Pre-Employment Medical and Working with Children Check)Right to Work in Australia (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident)Working ArrangementThis is a full-time position (38 hours per week). Part-time (0.8 30.4 hours per week) may be considered. Hybrid model available with work from home and in-person meetings across Narre Warren, Berwick, Cranbourne and/or Pakenham.This is a Full-time parental leave contract to June 2026; part-time consideration available.BenefitsFlexible Ways of Working - home, in office or a combinationAbove Award Personal Leave and 17.5% annual leave loadingGifted days off (between Christmas and New Year)Employee Referral Program - $500 per referralFlexible Leave Scheme (50/52, 51/52)Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year + additional $2,650 meals and entertainment)Structured performance and 1-on-1 development check-insSecondment and career growth opportunitiesStaff discount program for everyday itemsOpportunities for professional developmentStudy Leave provisionsRostered Days Off9 Day FortnightHigh quality IT equipmentAccess to Fleet VehiclesApplication and SupportIf this job excites you, please click the Apply button to view the detailed Position Description and submit your application. Ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter. For accessibility adjustments or support during recruitment or onboarding, contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +613 8794 1311 or [email protected] is committed to creating equitable environments for consumers and employees, with a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion across Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, CALD, LGBTIQ+ communities and people living with disability. We are delivering this through our Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy to provide a diverse workforce at all levels.About WindermereWindermere is an independent, not-for-profit community service organisation operating across Victoria to help those who need it most. Established in 1992, we collaborate with government to provide interventions, prevention and education to get in early and support communities. We believe everyone is someone in our community. #J-18808-Ljbffr