Occupational Therapist Full time, Permanent

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist with a passion for working with learners with complex physical, sensory and behavioural needs. Ideally, someone with experience working in school settings is favoured, however, new graduates can apply. We provide education for students aged 5 to 21 years with intellectual and associated challenges; all of whom are ORS funded. Our students are educated at our base school and satellite sites. 

CASS provides support, mentoring and professional development. The successful applicant will be part of a highly effective and collaborative team, consisting of Occupational Therapists, Speech and language Therapists Physiotherapists, Teachers and Learning Assistants. 

Kaiārahi i te Reo, Therapists', ATSSD and Special Education Assistants' Collective Agreement applies to this position and salary is commensurate with qualification and experience. With the settlement of the Therapists Pay Equity claim, salary will be adjusted in accordingly, in the latter part of this year.

https://assets.education.govt.nz/public/Pay-equity/Therapists/Therapists-Pay-Equity-Settlement-Agreement.pdf

The ideal applicant will:

• Have a current practising certificate issued by the OT Board of NZ
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. 
• Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. 
• A current driver’s license and vehicle.

Please contact Admin on 620 7680 or  [email protected]  for an application pack.  Your application should include a covering letter and your CV with details for two referees.  

Closing date for applications: 5 p.m.   Friday 19th July 2024

Start date for this position is by negotiation