Occupational Therapist (Rockhampton)

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Our core values represent who we are and what is important to us. They embody what we do every day.

Integrity & Authenticity : We are genuine, honest and accountable in all that we do.

Diversity & Inclusion : We respect and celebrate all people and their right to participate and belong.

Strengths Focus : We strive to support the development of every person’s potential, recognising that a strengths focus enables growth and empowers decision-making and self-advocacy.

Safety & Wellbeing : We provide and promote safe, respectful, caring and engaging people and environments that support positive development and relationships.

Evidence-Informed Practice : We use professional reasoning to bring together current high quality research evidence and the values, strengths and preferences of individuals and families to optimise outcomes.

The below roles will all include an element of reporting, including preparing and maintaining assessment, observation, meeting and progress records as required and would best suit an experienced practitioner with a confident and empathetic communication style.

As part of our AQ School or Early Childhood Intervention teams, the day in the life of an OT will look different day-to- day. You will work with educational leaders and 6 - 8 children in a range of different ways. You could be running small group sessions in a classroom or in the playground, recommending flexible seating options or classroom modifications, leading play-based early childhood intervention, working with each child to set their own goals or providing information where needed for parents, families and other professionals.

With the AQ Therapy Team , you will assess and create personalised treatment plans, work with clients one-on-one and in groups, collaborate with other healthcare professionals, keep accurate client records and educate clients and their families about treatment options.

If you are seeking even more diversity in your role, why settle for one? Talk to us and get the best of both opportunities with a blended role!

From health and wellness programs to professional development, we encourage our staff to strive for a better balance.

• Access up to $18,000 in Not-For-Profit salary packaging, included novated leasing options, with Eziway.
• Look after your health through discounts to eligible Medibank private health insurance options, with singles through to family coverage options available.
• Exceptional professional development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Prioritise wellbeing through a discounted Fitness Passport with access to various fitness and aquatic centres all around the country – for you AND your immediate family!
• Be part of an organisation with a practice excellence team dedicated to providing our people with clinical supervision and mentoring.
• You’ll have access to the latest research through our own research and development team.
• Connect to a range of services with AccessEAP including counselling, nutritional, legal and financial professionals.

Autism Queensland strives to create environments where everyone has equal access to connect their greatest passions with their fullest potential, celebrating all people and their right to participate and belong. We ask that you please let us know if there are any adjustments you may need to ensure you are supported during our recruitment process.

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Community Services & Development 101-1,000 employees

AQ has proudly delivered quality services and supports for autistic Queenslanders since 1967.

Experience, insight & knowledge gained over these 56 years has led to effective state & national support services guided by a vision of a life of participation, opportunity & choice.

As Queensland’s peak autism service and support provider, our strength is our experience and person-centered approach. Our service delivery is evidence-informed, and we understand and value the contributions made by all people. This diversity strengthens our mission & governance.

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