About Autism Queensland
Autism Queensland is one of Australia’s most experienced providers of specialised education, therapy and support services for people on the autism spectrum and their families. For further information please visit www.autismqld.com.au.
About the Role
Our Autism & Mental Health Services Project team have an opportunity for an experienced allied health professional (Psychology, Occupational Therapy or Social Work) with expertise in autism, to build capacity of mental health professionals to help better understand and support people on the autism spectrum effectively to achieve their mental health goals.
The Professional Learning Facilitator will be responsible for developing and delivering autism-specific training for mainstream community mental health professionals. Training will be presented in a range of delivery modes including face-to-face workshops and webinars, to audiences across Queensland, but will not require travel outside South East Queensland.
*Fixed-term part-time opportunity available – 2-3 days per week until February 2023, with possibility for extension.
To access the full position description, please visit the Work With Us page on our website – https://autismqld.com.au/page/workwithus.
Culture & Benefits
- Additional paid Christmas leave (up to 5 weeks paid leave per year)!
- Generous salary sacrificing program $$
- Fitness Passport Membership benefits & internal ‘Recommend a Friend’ Program
- Work for an organisation whose vision is to create a life of participation, opportunity and choice for people on the autism spectrum
- Be part of a multi-disciplinary team and work collaboratively with Specialist Teachers, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Social Workers & Occupational Therapists.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in either Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work
- Minimum 5 years’ experience working in disability, including at least 3 years’ experience working with people on the autism spectrum
- Demonstrated experience and success facilitating group training
- Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based practices relevant to working with people on the autism spectrum
Special Conditions & Requirements
- Evidence of current Covid-19 Vaccination
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance & Blue Card (paid workers)**
- Provide First Aid inc. Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate
** For additional information, please visit https://workerscreening.dsdsatsip.qld.gov.au/resources/workerscreening/worker-combined-app.pdf
How To Apply
If this opportunity is of interest please apply asap! Your application should include:
1. A cover letter and resume
2. Details of current professional qualification/s & registration/membership as relevant