Occupational Therapist

Description

Who we are:

• Indie Education re-engages young adults aged 15–18, who have experienced educational or social barriers, across their formative years of schooling.
• We are a registered, alternative non-government (Years 9–12) special assistance school, with small class sizes and differentiated learning approaches.
• Our engaging teaching and non-teaching staff create an inclusive environment through mutual respect, offering choice and independence, where every student feels valued and respected

What You Will Do:

• This role is built around professional consultation, capacity-building and environmental design and does not include providing direct therapy, with students and families
• Complete classroom observations and collaborative consultations to identify student strengths, preferences and functional presentations, providing guidance to educators on embedding proactive, strength-based adjustments into student Individual Plans and classroom practice/delivery
• Conduct environmental consultations across physical, social and sensory domains, advising on layout, routines and environmental factors, and adapting recommendations to each school site's context, emerging trends and whole-school priorities
• Deliver professional learning and resources, translating clinical knowledge into practical strategies for sensory preferences, emotional regulation, executive functioning and engagement
• Produce clear, accessible consultation reports aligned with Indie’s strength-based approach, providing functional insights, environmental considerations and strategic recommendations to inform teacher and leadership planning
• Apply a strength-based-approach, to promote holistic engagement, development and a growth mindset with young adults, in a newly established role within SA
• Contribute to whole-site implementation of inclusive practices and participate in company-wide initiatives, focused on embedding strength-based approaches across all of Indie delivery programs
  
  Please note: interstate travel to Indie locations, across the first 12-18 months for induction and position tasking will be required.

Requirements

What We Are Looking For:

• A passion for making a difference, in the lives of young adults
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively
• Adaptability and flexibility, within a dynamic educational environment
• Autonomy and initiative within an Indie context
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Why Choose Us:

• A collaborative team environment committed to professional growth and development  
• A chance to be part of an innovative approach to education that prioritises a strength-based approach
• An opportunity to apply and extend your clinical expertise in a unique setting
• Competitive salary and opportunity for ongoing paid professional development (please refer to benefits of Indie Education below)

You Must Have:

• Current professional registration with AHPRA and appropriate Professional Indemnity Insurance
• Current drivers licence and own vehicle
• Minimum 5 years experience as an Occupational Therapist

For this position with our Company, applicants must be willing and able to provide:

• Annual National Police Checks (issued in the 3-months prior to the letter of offer)
• Working with Children Check

Benefits of Indie Education

• PBI Salary Packaging available through Maxxia
• 15 days paid personal leave
• Paid parental leave provisions
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Uniform provided
• Locations all around Australia

Remuneration:

Level 18 (AWCC Enterprise Agreement 2022-2025) $128,013
Salary Packaging through Maxxia