Adolescent Occupational Therapist, Melbourne

Adolescent Occupational Therapist Rising Youth Occupational Therapy Wantirna, Melbourne VIC (Remote) Physiotherapy, OT and Rehabilitation (Healthcare and Medical) Part time 82,000 to 102,000 per year Who We Are We’re a small, mobile OT practice dedicated to helping pre-teens, teens and young adults: Build independence at home, school, and in the community Navigate relationships, routines, and emotions Learn life skills like budgeting, meal prep, public transport, and obtaining a learner’s license Develop executive functioning skills and confidence The role We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our team on a part time bases. This is a mobile position that will involve conducting Occupational Therapy assessments and sessions in the client's home, school and/or community as well as some telehealth. You will be working with a caseload of neurodivergent young people which will include Autistic young people as well as young people with ADHD, intellectual disabilities, anxiety disorders, DCD and sensory processing disorders. We are committed to fostering a neurodiversity-affirming environment where all individuals are valued for their unique perspectives and strengths. We believe in empowering young autistic individuals to embrace their identities. Our ideal candidate will share this passion and will be dedicated to creating supportive spaces that celebrate neurodiversity. Why You’ll Love Working with Us Flexible hours and work locations to choose your days, travel as much or as little as you like, with travel reimbursement Personal development allowance to 2,000/year to support your growth Initial shadow sessions, ongoing weekly supervision and peer support Resources provided to templates, shared materials, laptop and phone supplied Small, supportive team to we genuinely care about each other and our clients Tasks and responsibilities Conducting formal and informal assessments and collaborative goal setting Providing evidence based Occupational Therapy interventions Consulting and working collaboratively with other health professionals Completing note taking and NDIS reports when required Engaging in professional development for continued learning Qualifications and Experience Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy Current AHPRA registration National Police Check and WWCC or willingness to obtain Excellent communication and time management skills A driver’s license and reliable vehicle Minimum 6 months of OT experience with Autistic individuals We are happy to answer any questions you may have so do not hesitate to contact us directly.