Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Child Development Services Timaru Hospital South Canterbury Permanent Part Time 0.5 FTE Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. About the Role & Service We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our established and supportive team in Child Development Services. The role involves providing occupational therapy services to children and their families within a community setting. You will be working with children who have a range of developmental and physical disabilities, providing assessment, intervention and support. Key Responsibilities: * Provide high quality Occupational Therapy services to children and their families. * Assess children's needs using standardized and non-standardized assessment tools. * Develop and implement individualised intervention plans in collaboration with the child, family and other professionals. * Provide support and education to families and caregivers. * Participate in team meetings and contribute to service development. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation. Skills & Experience: * Registered Occupational Therapist with current APC (Annual Practicing Certificate) with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand. * Experience working with children with disabilities. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Commitment to ongoing professional development. Benefits: * Supportive and collaborative work environment. * Opportunities for professional development. * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families. To be successful in this role you will bring: * A Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, or equivalent qualification. * Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand and hold a current APC. * Previous experience working with children and their families is essential. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work independently and within a team environment. * A commitment to ongoing professional development. About Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury: South Canterbury is a region of approximately 60,000 people and is made up of the districts of Timaru, Mackenzie, Waimate, and Ashburton. We are based in Timaru. We are committed to providing the best healthcare possible to our local communities. South Canterbury offers a unique lifestyle with a variety of outdoor activities and a relaxed pace of life. We are committed to: * Excellence: We are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. * Innovation: We are committed to finding new and better ways to deliver healthcare. * Partnership: We work in partnership with our patients, their families, and our community. * People: We value our people and provide them with opportunities for professional development and growth. Apply now! If this role sounds like you, please apply online, or contact us. We are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for everyone. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and to providing a workplace free from any form of discrimination. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora supports a smoke-free environment and encourages staff to be smoke-free. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Applications are accepted online only. Please apply via our careers website at www.careers.health.nz Applications close: 30 July 2024