Senior Children Occupational Therapist (Gr 8)

Who You Are

The ideal candidate is a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist with experience managing complex cases involving major equipment and adaptations for disabled children and young people. You should be adept at working within a framework of supervision to assess needs, make recommendations, evaluate options, and prepare reports in line with policy and resource availability.

What the Job Involves

This role involves managing a caseload of diverse cases, providing professional advice to staff regarding aspects of disability, and collaborating closely with various agencies and providers to ensure effective service delivery. Maintaining accurate records and contributing to the development of practice and procedures are also key responsibilities.

Skills

• Case management of complex pediatric cases
• Conducting thorough assessments and providing recommendations
• Liaison with multi-agency teams and statutory bodies
• Strong communication and guidance capabilities
• Effectively maintaining information systems and records
• Participation in practice development and training initiatives