Occupational Therapist

2 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Australian Red Cross Full time
Part-time position, 16 hours per week Maximum term – 12month contract (Parental leave backfill) Randwick, NSW location About Red Cross Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian movement.
We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.
We act for humanity.
About the role The Occupational Therapist works with both young parents (13-25 years) and their children, to improve child development and parenting outcomes.
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the coordination, development and delivery of child and young people focused assessments and interventions that take into consideration the complexities of the family background and current situations that are experienced by young parents engaged in the program.
The role includes the assessment of children's development using Ages and Stages Questionnaire screening tools (ASQ/ASQ: SE); provision of tailored intervention plans to address identified delays, delivery of parent education to assist young parents to better understand and support their child's development, upskilling of staff in YPP Child Development initiatives.
You will bring Excellent understanding of child development needs, assessment and implementation strategies to support children and families, particularly in vulnerable communities and for children with complex needs and behaviours Understanding of adolescent development and best practice working with young women and men with complex needs and behaviours, and demonstrated sensitivity to the needs and issues facing young parents (aged 13-24) and their children Excellent client motivation skills, particularly with young people with challenging behaviours and a history of non-engagement with services Demonstrated understanding of best practice in parenting newborns, toddlers, and young children Mandatory Requirements A clearance to work with Children and a current Driver's Licence is require for this role.
Valid registration on the Residential Care Workers Register.
Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary.
You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.
Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness.
And access guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.
Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid 'Me' day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses Further information This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 4.
To find out more about this opportunity please contact Shafia Birem on or using the subject line: Occupational Therapist enquiry via Ethical Jobs.
We encourage applicants to apply ASAP as we will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may fill this role prior to the advertised closing date.
While we appreciate all interest in our organisation, we won't engage with or accept candidates from agencies or consulting firms on this occasion.

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