Temporary Full Time Clinical Assistant position available immediate start up to 24 November 2024 (with possibility of extension)

Tell me more...The Early Childhood Approach (ECA) is a component of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) In which children aged 0-7 years who have a developmental delay or disability are able to access early intervention supports as well as long term disability supports where eligible

The purpose of this role is to contribute to the Allied Health supports provided to children and families in the identified regions utilising the NDIS Early Childhood Approach framework.

This includes completing both clinical and non-clinical support activities in Torres Strait and NPA communities under direct or indirect supervision of the Allied Health team and will include a combination of centre based, community, telehealth, and client home tasks.

This position will be part of a flexible, family centred, transdisciplinary Allied Health team that is responsive to cultural context, local need, and family/community priorities.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in work related activities relevant to this position, including teamwork and organisational responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience in provision of patient focused assistive therapy including delivery of therapy programs, interaction with children and families and play based activities. Experience in a community service setting is highly desirable.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, and the general public in a cross-cultural environment including:
  • Verbal communication.
  • Written documentation.
  • Computer skills including demonstrated competence with the use of Microsoft Office and email skills.

 If this sounds like the right fit for you, Torres and Cape can offer you:

• Base comprising salary between $2,548.10 - $2,678.70 per fortnight 
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%)
• Salary packaging option to increase your take home pay
• Work / Life balance and variety 
• Great support team

 Requirements for the role:

• Under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

For additional information regarding the responsibilities, mandatory qualifications and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.

 About Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Services visit TCHHS website ( https://www.torres-cape.health.qld.gov.au/careers )

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Do you need more information? Simply call the contact person listed on the role description.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.