Paediatric Occupational Therapist (Locum)

Job Description:

• Assess and provide individualised Occupational Therapy intervention for children with a wide range of developmental challenges (e.g. motor coordination disorder, sensory processing disorder, or autism spectrum disorder)
• Conduct group Occupational Therapy classes if required (e.g. in the areas of handwriting and socialisation)
• Establish good therapist – parent relationships through regular feedback and open communication. This includes providing parents and caregivers with updates on the child’s progress and relevant home strategies and recommendations after each session with the child.
• Update case notes post-sessions regularly and independently
• Trans-Disciplinary support in EIP classes
• Establish a good network of and maintains good relations with relevant teachers and other professionals in the field
• Be proactive in keeping abreast of developments in the field of Paediatric Occupational Therapy
• Comply with the regulations and guidelines of AHPC

Requirements:

• Diploma, degree, or post-graduate qualification in Occupational Therapy from a recognised university
• Full registration with Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Passionate about inclusionary practice and implementation of early intervention strategies
• Possess ability to build rapport and therapeutic relationships with the children and families
• At least 3 years' experience working with children would be preferable