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Senior Occupational Therapist (Clinical) - North Queensland Region

Queensland Government
Townsville Full-day Full-time

Description:

About the Department of Education:
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
About the Role:
The Engagement Wellbeing and Outreach Capability Service (EWOCS) is a multi-disciplinary team that builds the capability of schools to utilise a case management approach for Students experiencing complex situations. As a senior Occupational Therapist clinical working within the EWOCS, you will be responsible for providing leadership and expert level advice to school leaders and school-based Occupational Therapists.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
* Support and Capacity Building: Provide training, mentoring, and supervision to school-based Occupational Therapists and university students to promote best practice and professional growth.
* Service Delivery and Clinical Practice: Deliver complex occupational therapy services using evidence-based approaches, including adapting interventions to meet diverse student needs.
* Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with school staff, regions, and external stakeholders to support inclusive practices, share knowledge, and enhance service delivery.
* Strategic Leadership and Planning: Contribute to school and regional planning, lead specialised projects and research, and participate in governance and service improvement initiatives.
* Advisory and Reporting: Provide expert advice on policies and practices, and prepare reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
* Representation and Professional Engagement: Represent the department in forums and maintain up-to-date knowledge in occupational therapy and education to inform practice and policy.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to apply:
* Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor); and
* A maximum 2-page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities under How you will be Assessed section in the attached role description.
* Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
24 Jul 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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