Occupational Therapist

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, providing care for a population of around 300,000 people across the life continuum. Our network of hospitals and community health services deliver quality, patient-centred healthcare and services that meet the needs of our diverse community. With specialities including obstetrics, paediatrics, emergency medicine, intensive care, critical care, surgical and general medicine, rehabilitation, and oncology, through to aged care and palliative care. We are a major teaching and research health facility, training the next generation of doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff. Fun, friendly and supportive team with professional development opportunities Generous Salary Packaging benefits and ongoing opportunities Limited term part time until December 2026 Classification: Occuptaional Therapist - Grade 2 Who We Are and What We Stand For Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care. To realise this vision we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others. In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health. What You Will Be Doing School Readiness Funding has been made available to eligible early childhood settings within the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula catchment. This provides access to allied health supports with the aim to build educator capacity to support young children's development in the key areas or communication (language development), wellbeing (social and emotional) and access and inclusion. The Occupational Therapist will participate in a small team working alongside professionals in speech pathology and psychology, to enhance the professional and parenting practices of educators and families, using evidence-based programs and strategies to improve outcomes for all children. For more information, refer to Position Description. What You Need We anticipate you will have: Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy and maintain full AHPRA registration Demonstrated ability to deliver capacity building and coaching to educators and families to promote skills and knowledge in child development Current ‘Working with Children Check' and Victorian Driver's Licence What Next If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact People Experience team on 9784-2700 . For role specific information contact Kristina Haggett on 0403 204 557 . The role ceases advertising on 14th February 2025. Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Additional Requirements Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities. To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/ Please refer to Allied Health Professionals Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.

Location: Frankston East, AU

Posted Date: 2/1/2025