• Work Type: Part time/Full time (negotiable)
• Location: Lismore/Ballina NSW

House with No Steps (HWNS) is a leading provider of quality community services to people with disabilities and/or mental health needs, throughout NSW, VIC, QLD & ACT. We are committed to innovation, continuous improvement and building strong relationships. HWNS works to person centred values.

HWNS are seeking an Occupational Therapist and a Speech Pathologist to work as part of a transdisciplinary team within the context of Early Childhood Intervention.

Therapists report to the Manager Summerland ECI, providing support to children with a disability or developmental delay and their families under current funding models including the NDIS across the Lismore/Ballina area. Additionally, support may be provided to other customers of HWNS where needed and as such, travel to other regions of HWNS may be expected on an “as needs” irregular, basis.

Essential elements to success in this role is the demonstrated capacity to:

• Work from both Lismore and Ballina locations.
• Work in a transdisciplinary model with a range of allied health professionals and educators to provide a holistic and integrated approach to supports and learning for children 0 – 6 years.
• Provide clinical advice and guidance to families and the transdisciplinary team
• Complete assessments of children’s abilities and functioning as required.
• Contribute to the development of Family Service Plans and Individual Education Plans in conjunction with the family and the Key Worker
• Develop strong collaborative relationships with government and non-government service providers for ongoing support.
• Work collaboratively with the specialist roles in the HWNS Enhanced Supports Team.

Criteria

• Hold a recognised degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology, with current registration to practice in NSW with AHPRA (where relevant)
• Experience in working with children with a disability or developmental delay, and their families.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, deliver and evaluate occupational therapy/speech pathology programs using an evidence based practice approach.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with Key Workers in complex case management and contribute to the development of Family Service Plans and Individual Education Plans in conjunction with the family and the Key Worker
• Demonstrated ability to provide support which reflects the Disability Services Standards, Child Protection and other relevant legislative requirements and to report any potential breaches to HWNS management.
• Willingness to actively promote HWNS Vision, Mission, Values and Strategy in everyday work and in the community.
• Demonstrated ability to implement Work Health & Safety guidelines and instructions
• Possess a high level of cultural awareness and experience working with families from diverse backgrounds, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Well-developed communication, problem solving and interpersonal skill, including proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite and CIMS or similar.
• High level time management and case load management skills
• An ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team.
• Current driver’s licence and a willingness to drive
• Working with Children Check and Police Check clearance

What we offer:

• Secure employment in a well-respected and expanding organisation
• Support to complete ongoing professional development
• Career development opportunities
• Access to regular clinical supervision
• Salary packaging options