Senior Occupational Therapist (Paediatric)

Excel Healthcare is proud to partner with one of Ireland's leading disability services providers to recruit a Senior Occupational Therapist. We are seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist who is enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of children with disabilities, to join a established Children's Disability Network Team in south Dublin. In this role, you will work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team, gaining invaluable exposure to innovative practices and a supportive work environment. Role Purpose To work as a senior member of the inter / trans-disciplinary team providing services to children and families within the south Dublin region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of an occupational therapy service to include assessment diagnostics and intervention, clinical and performance supervision and ongoing service delivery to children with a range of disabilities in the early intervention service. Services are provided to children aged 0 - 18 years with physical, sensory, learning disabilities, developmental delay and autism. The Team is a well-established and very experienced multidisciplinary team. You will work alongside an experienced specialist team of Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, Behaviour therapists and Psychologists. We offer access to formal and informal learning opportunities, support and supervision that encourages Therapists to be creative and innovative and to continuously develop their skills. This organisation fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation, offering access to formal and informal development opportunities, supervision, and mentorship. Key Responsibilities : Be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and review of occupational therapy intervention programs for children supported by the Children's Disability Network Team. This is needs-based and focused on achieving outcomes that are defined and prioritised by the child and their family through the Individual Family Service Plan meeting. Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure integrated goal setting and support for children and their families Document all assessments, intervention plans, progress notes, and reports in accordance with professional standards Arrange and carry out duties in a timely manner within settings appropriate to service users and in line with service policy / guidelines Maintain quality standards of practice and participate in quality assurance and clinical audit as appropriate Become familiar with and work in accordance with relevant HSE policies, HIQA standards, Progressing Disabilities, legislation and professional policies, guidelines, and requirements to ensure safe practice and high standards of service delivery. Promote a culture that values equality, diversity, and respect in the workplace. Become familiar with the key National policy documents for children disability services such as the National Access policy, National policy on prioritisation of referral among others. Work in accordance with relevant HSE policies, Assessment of Need SOP, HIQA standards, and professional policies, guidelines and requirements to ensure safe practice and high standards of service delivery. Essential : Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy Studies or equivalent qualification. Professional Qualifications received outside the Republic of Ireland including the U.K must be validated by the Validation unit of CORU prior to commencement of employment. Registered with CORU as an Occupational Therapist Membership or eligibility for membership of the Irish Association of Occupational Therapists Minimum of three years satisfactory post qualification experience Excellent communication skills Full drivers License / Access to a car. Benefits : Excellent salary, and generous annual leave entitlement Coastal village with great amenities Supportive and innovative working environment. Comprehensive Pension Scheme. Flexible working hours. Free onsite car parking. Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme. Bike to work Scheme. The chance to work independently and collaboratively with a well-established team. You will have flexible working entitlement. What you need to do now : For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone . EXCLCHAR Skills : Children with disabilities Occupational therapy Intellectual disabilities