• Part-time (0.6 FTE) contract until 21st December 2024
• Co-located at Fountain Gate Secondary College, forming part of the wider headspace team
• $48.60 - $53.96 p/Hour + Super + generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550

About the role

Are you an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic educational setting? Join our team at Fountain Gate Secondary College and become a key player in transforming student lives through expert support and innovative interventions.

As an Occupational Therapist at Fountain Gate Secondary College with headspace, you’ll be at the heart of fostering student success. You will:

• Support students in thriving academically and socially by enhancing their participation in classroom and school-based activities
• Assess physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory performance areas to pinpoint how they affect students' school experiences
• Utilise a range of therapies and behavioural strategies to break down barriers and boost student involvement
• Manage a caseload of students requiring counselling, respond to urgent disclosures, and work with various stakeholders to provide holistic care
• Modify classroom activities and environments to accommodate diverse needs and promote optimal learning conditions
• Teach emotional regulation and social skills, and support families as required

To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here.

What’s in it for you?

EACH is the lead agency for headspace. At EACH you'll be supported to be your best.

We provide:

• Internal professional development calendar
• Flexible work arrangements to support a positive work-life balance
• Competitive remuneration and conditions including generous leave options
• Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year
• $2,650 additional tax-free money towards meals and entertainment
• A variety of opportunities for career progression and professional development via formal and informal training, our leadership pipeline and discipline-specific learning
• Access to large, well-resourced working facilities including on-site parking
• Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• 4 weeks paid annual leave, sick/carers leave, family & domestic violence leave, public holiday substitution policy, and more…

About you

You’re a dedicated Occupational Therapist with a passion for student development and a flair for creating positive change. You bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
• In-depth knowledge of occupational therapy practices and childhood development
• Exceptional listening and communication skills enabling you to connect with students and collaborate effectively with a team
• The ability to manage own workload autonomously, prioritise tasks, and adapt strategies to meet diverse needs

Join us at headspace

headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation with EACH being one of the lead agencies. Each year, we help thousands of young people, and their family and friends, access vital support through our headspace services in over 145 communities across Australia, our online and phone counselling services, our vocational services, and our presence in schools.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Additional information

We look forward to learning more about you and what you can bring to this role.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Marty Leahy, headspace Service Manager – Casey Cardinia, at [email protected], using the subject line: Occupational Therapist - Fountain Gate Secondary College enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today!

Next Steps in the Hiring Process

Thank you for your interest in joining EACH! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.