Visiting Neurodevelopmental Therapist

Are you interested in working with children with developmental challenges and their whānau in a community focussed service using an equitable and transdisciplinary model of practice?

Applicants must be a NZ registered Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with:

• A current practising certificate

• A thorough knowledge of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and a sensitivity to different cultures

• A current, clean drivers’ license

• A ‘whatever it takes’ approach

We are seeking therapists with a knowledge of a range of disabilities, assessment tools and therapies appropriate for children. However, if you don’t and are keen to develop paediatric skills and learn how to work in a transdisciplinary model with whānau we can offer you a unique opportunity to participate in comprehensive education and on the job training.

Our Tairāwhiti Way of Working involves working collectively across agencies to enable whānau to flourish. Those with excellent communication skills and those who prioritise collaboration are welcome to apply.

We work in a transdisciplinary model to maximise use of face to face time and provide care in the most natural settings i.e. home and education centres.

We prioritises the needs identified by whānau rather than assumed by others in order for the right person to be selected to provide support in the right place at the right time.

With consent the local workforce of health, education and community support agencies share information, work flexibly and collectively to reduce barriers and provide the support that the whānau needs and requests.

All candidates to this role will be subject to a Police Screen.