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Kandoo Therapy (formerly Dani McLennan Occupational Therapy) is an occupational therapy service passionate about providing quality therapy services to infants, children and young people. The clinic is based in Traralgon and provides support to families from across the Latrobe Valley and greater Gippsland region. In addition to the clinic-based services, we work with children and their families within their home and community settings.We are currently seeking to grow our team and are looking for therapists who are passionate about helping children to reach their potential. At Kandoo Therapy, we believe in the power of possibilityhelping individuals not only say they can but believe they can! The role involves providing both clinic based intervention and intervention within community settings. We are open to applications from therapists with experience as well as new graduates. Predominately mobile roles are available for those with prior paediatric experience, particularly to those who may reside in East and West Gippsland areas.Within this role you will work collaboratively with the childs other team members, including their parents, teachers and external professionals to ensure a cohesive approach to the childs care is taken. Our clients have huge variety in their needs and age, which means that you will learn and develop skills for working with lots clinical diversity. In addition to individual clinical work, you will facilitate group therapy programs and be involved in community based projects.What the Positions Offers YouBeing an occupational therapist at Kandoo Therapy offers the chance to develop a role that meets the life balance that you require. We have a commitment to flexible working hours and the ability to work remotely for some aspects of the role. You will be provided with access to a company laptop and mobile, and will be supported by our administrative and allied health assistant teams. We offer a highly supportive workplace, with extensive opportunities to pursue external professional development opportunities; to engage in both internal peer development activities and networking opportunities with like minded allied health practices in the area. The potential flexibility of the role makes this an ideal position for working parents.You will have access to:Flexible hours with Full Time and Part Time position/s available5 weeks annual leave with additional unpaid leave offered over the Christmas period closure3 days professional development leave and a $1500 (full time employee) professional development budgetWages 25% above the awardOngoing individual clinical supervision, peer development, internal and external professional development opportunitiesTeam lunches, quarterly professional development days and team social activitiesKey Responsibilities of the RoleDeliver assessment & therapy services within the clinic, home and community settingDevelop client and family centred goals and intervention plansWrite funding request documents and reports for various organisationsDeliver individual and group based therapiesDeliver all services within a strength based, client driven, family inclusive modelLiaise with other relevant supports, both professional and familialCollaborative design and implementation of agreed intervention plans that will promote the child''s skills, independence and participation in play, learning, and social relationshipsPotential delivery of telehealth servicesSupervise visiting allied health and work experience studentsManage and engage in developing social media and website content in appropriate mannerWhat You Need to Have for the RoleBachelor or Masters Degree in Occupational TherapyCurrent registration with the AHPRACurrent Working with Children Check and current Police CheckCurrent membership with Occupational Therapy AustraliaCurrent drivers licence and reliable insured carExperience working with children with disabilities and developmental delays is looked upon favourablyCommunity based private sector and experience with the NDIS is of assistancePassionate about guiding children with differing abilities to be their very best selvesPassionate about delivering quality occupational therapy services to children in regional and rural areasCompetent with desk and portable technology, including practice management software and cloud based admin systemsHave ability to organise self, clients, appointments and tasks quickly and effectivelyBe a strong verbal and written communicatorCapable of working alone and as a valued team memberCommitted to learning and implementing new skillsPlease apply for this role directly through Seek. All applications require a cover letter expressing the skills your can bring to this role and why you want to be a part of the Kandoo Therapy team, along with a CV. Your application will not be considered without these. #J-18808-Ljbffr