About us

JumpStart Therapy Bathurst, provides diagnostic assessment and therapy services for children, young adults & families with a range of mental health issues and developmental differences. We have a multidisciplinary team (Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Dietitian & therapy assistants) to offer a broad range of services to families & young adults.  It is a well respected practice in high demand, due to the quality and range of services provided. We offer a range of therapeutic modalities in order to best support the development of each individual. JumpStart Therapy provides individual therapy, parent- child dyad therapy, parent coaching, group therapy, family therapy and consultation to schools and community organisations. Professional support and growth are integral to upholding our values. We are an inclusive and ND affirmative workplace & encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to reflect our community. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land, the Wiradjuri people, on which we live, work and grow, and pay respect to their Elders past and present.

Qualifications & experience

• APHRA- Registration as a Psychologist, OT, or AASW registration as a Social Worker or full ACA membership as a degree qualified Counsellor, ANZACATA membership, with additional training in art therapy 
• Working With Children Check clearance.
• Valid Aus drivers licence with access to vehicle preferred
• Experience assessing and providing therapy for children and adolescents desirable.  A passion for supporting the development of children, teens and young adults’ social and emotional wellbeing so they can thrive!
• Available for some after school appts.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Providing assessment & therapy services for children, teens, families & young adults with mental health, developmental and behavioural difficulties. 
• Providing individual therapy and group therapy ( face to face & Telehealth), utilising trauma informed practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously.
• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively plan and coordinate individualised therapy for young people and families.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills & good time management skills. Writing assessment & progress reports, keep accurate progress notes. 
• Ethical, reliable and motivated to grow your expertise and reputation longer term within the practice. 
• Participating in regular supervision/mentoring meetings where expanding our knowledge is celebrated.
• Liason with allied health staff, GP’s, Paediatricians, NGO’s to ensure all patients receive well coordinated care

For further information contact Karen ph 63319444

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Benefits

• JumpStart Therapy encourages a growth mindset where learning is celebrated through regular supervision and professional development. 
• Individual & group therapy room
• Laptop, paper tablet/iPad provided
• Initially a casual or part time position, with potential to develop into a full-time permanent position.
• SCHADS Award rate dependent on qualifications and level of experience
• Funding for continuing professional development
• Relocation assistance available
• Live and work in a Food & Wine region with access to Sydney (2.5hrs drive). Forget long hours travelling to work in traffic, finish work & be at the many sporting fields, restaurants & cultural activities that are available in our growing inland City. Family friendly with affordable housing!