Occupational Therapist

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Location Orange, NSW, Australia Occupational Therapist Full time Join our Dynamic team in Orange : The Orange Therapy team is made of of an experienced multidisciplinary team and supports a large paediatric caseload of clients both in Orange and across Central West NSW. There a strong team culture within the team and a real sense of teamwork and collaboration in supporting life changing client outcomes. In this role you will work with a varied client caseload where the majority of clients are aged 0-18 (80%) with ~50% being 0-6. The majority of clients CPA support live with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities (~80%). A typical week in the role will include approximately 70% of client sessions being onsite at our centre of Prince Street (both in person or via Telepractice ) and 30% being the community including visits to schools, client homes, and day program services. Currently most outreach is within 10 minutes of the site however the team also supports clients and families living in Bathurst, Parkes and Forbes. We have cutting edge therapy resources in Orange including eye-gaze technology, huge selection of toys (including CP toys), access to an assortment of specialised assessments, Surface Pro and Tobi eye gaze camera (AAC) and Accent 800 (AAC). Within the clinic there are 3 specialist treatment rooms, a children's gym space, and a designated working station for delivery of Telepractice . Working within the Therapy team at CPA provides therapists with an opportunity to work with an experienced team locally alongside a broader speech pathology team of 60 therapists across NSW/ACT. CPA is a centre of excellence for people living with cerebral palsy and similar conditions which enables creativity and innovative practice to come to life! As an employee at CPA you will have comprehensive and adaptive clinical education support with onsite visits and virtual supervision sessions alongside flexible work arrangements as required . Wh at makes CPA special ? Professional Develop ment : w e are a registered training organisation , providing you with a detailed learning journey and 1:1 guidance from a clinical educato r throughout your career. Teamwork: j oin a n experienced multidisciplinary team , including SP, OT, PT and EP, working collaboratively to provide care to clients A Rewarding Caseload : working with diverse clients and complex disability can be incredibl y rewarding , with a direct positive impact on clients' daily experience and independence . Client Centered: Cerebral Palsy Research Institute and an experienced team support you to provide evidence-based intervention focused on achieving the client's goals Career Growth: a diverse range of career pathways are possible for you including research , clinical governance, specialisation and management opportunities Flexibility: y ou will work in both the clinic and community with options for part time, full time, compressed hours or negotiated start/finish times that work for you. Wh at We Offer ? Salary: c linical s alaries are graded with an approximate range of $80-140k incl super incl ud ing tax free packag ing ; f or more information, please discuss with our recruitment team. Investment in YOU: receive professional development opportunities valued up to $20,000 in your first year and $10,000 each year after that . Relocation allowance: i f you're moving for this role, we offer a n allowance of up to $5 , 00 0, T&Cs apply Tax Benefits: reduce your taxable income further with an optional $2,650 t hrough the meal s and entertainment benefit . Discounted Gym Membership: a ccess to Fitness Passport membership for you and your family A Generous Leave Policy: Enjoy up to 3 additional days of leave, 12 weeks of parental leave , 2 weeks of partner leave , compassionate leave, and options for additional pre-paid leave. Eligibility Criteria : Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy Evidence of current AHPRA registration . A current driver's license and y our own vehicle Our Values: At Cerebral Palsy Alliance we champion diversity and equitable opportunities for people with disabilities and lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres S trait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community. We are passionate, respectful, ethical, c urious and courageous. Great Minds Think Differently. Ready to Join Us ? Appl y through this job advert or email rachel.jennings@cerebralpalsy.org.au We are committed to supporting inclusivity for anyone with diverse needs and lived experience. W orkplace adjustments can be discussed to create a safe and comfortable workplace that supports your health, abilities, and personal needs . More information about working for CPA : For the safety o f staff and clients we have assessed that this role requires a medium level of physical functionality , more details can be found here . Cerebral Palsy Alliance uphold s and advocates for the rights of cli

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