Occupational Therapist - Animal Assisted Therapy

Occupational Therapist - Animal Assisted Therapy

Mullum Rd Clinic 

Warrandyte, Melbourne VIC

Mullum Road Clinic -Psychologists and Occupational Therapists incorporating Animal Assisted Therapy into their work with Neuro Divergent individuals.

Mullum Road Clinic has a position for an Occupational Therapist to join the vibrant practice in Warrandyte.  An Occupational Therapist with a strong interest in working in the context of Animal Assisted Therapy would be welcomed. 

Mullum Road Clinic works to support individuals that identify as Neurodivergent (identifying perhaps as Autistic or ADHDers), gender diversity and the LGBTQIA+ community. 

Mullum Road first began at our Ringwood location in 2009. We have since expanded to locations in Croydon, Warrandyte and Eltham, providing therapy for adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples. We strive to provide an inclusive, neuro-affirming environment and approach to therapies. 

Mullum Road provides a supportive and friendly team environment. Each clinic has a Practice Manager and offers very supportive reception / administration. 

Therapists that identify as neurodivergent are welcomed  and celebrated at Mullum Road. 

Our clinics lend themselves to incorporating “walk and talk”, nature- and bush-based therapy and Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) into your work.   Creative, somatic and experiential approaches to therapy are beneficial in this role . 

We are looking for a dynamic Occupational Therapist who enjoys being part of a multi-disciplinary team and learning from one another. Prior private practice experience is not necessary. 

More information about Mullum Road can be found on our website at www.mullumroad.com.au 

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Occupational Therapist (ongoing contractor position). 2-3 days per week. Days can be across the clinic locations if desired.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• A  highly supportive and friendly environment, providing  the opportunity to succeed as a private practitioner.
• Guidance and support to understand private practice procedures, especially if you are new to private practice.
• Group/peer supervision is available fortnightly at no cost.
• You will be provided with full reception and administration support.
• Clients are provided.
• The possibility to incorporate animals such as chickens, rabbits, cats and guinea pigs into therapy sessions.
• The possibility to bring your therapy dog into sessions.

ABOUT THE SUCCESSFUL PSYCHOLOGIST

• Demonstrate a compassionate and enthusiastic approach and have a genuine desire to improve client's well-being
• Value building strong therapeutic relationships with clients and value developing relationships with referrers and other allied health clinics.
• Hold registration with AHPRA, professional indemnity insurance, and a Working with Children Check.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Interest in Autism, ADHD, Gender diversity and working with Neurodivergent (ND) individuals. 
• Experience in Animal Assisted Therapy, or a passion to learn skills in this area.

If you would like to join the Mullum Road Team, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

Please email a cover letter and resume to Leanne Winter ([email protected])

0430 027 120

www.mullumroad.com.au