Physiotherapist

1. Previous experience or demonstrate interest in Paediatric Physiotherapy, in particular students with physical disabilities.

2. Demonstrate skills in assessment, clinical reasoning and evidence based intervention to optomise mobility in students with disabilities. 

3. Demonstrate sound written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with students, families, teaching staff, Allied Health and medical professionals.

4. Demonstrate commitment professional development and involvement in quality improvement projects.

5. Demonstrate self-reflection skills and well-developed self-care strategies.

We provide physiotherapy services to children and adolescents in conjunction with the broader allied health team and classroom staff. Our Allied Health team includes Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Nurses, Wellbeing Support Officer, Mental Health Practitioner and Allied Health Assistants. 

Physiotherapy intervention in the school setting address the child¿s functional needs in accessing all areas of the school curriculum. Physiotherapy interventions enable our students to travel throughout the school environment; participate in classroom activities; maintain and change positions in the classroom; as well as manage stairs, bathrooms, buses and the playground. We support teachers to provide an inclusive physical education, bike education, fitness, gross motor and play programs. We advise classroom staff regarding inclusion of students to maximise their participation in classroom activities, adapt activities to suit students¿ needs and development levels. This includes, but is not limited to, providing direct service and consultancy to school staff in developing and implementing appropriate intervention strategies that optimise student function. 

A significant part of our role as school-based therapists is liaising and communicating with medical staff and community based allied health professionals. 

• University Hospital Geelong run a satellite orthopaedic clinic at school. The orthopaedic team comprises of Orthopaedic surgeon, Orthotist and Orthopaedic Coordinator and physiotherapists. 
• Local paediatricians see our students onsite 
• consultation with community-based physiotherapists and equipment technicians

We also support our students also participate in community access programs such as shopping, travel programs, Sailability, play, visiting petting zoos/farms, GPAC, Bounce etc. We also assist students to safely access their work experience programs and whole school excursions i.e. Cinema, Zoo, Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Bowling etc. 

• Provision of Physiotherapy service consistent with skill level and consult to a more senior clinician when indicated
• Regularly seek and participate in feedback and mentoring sessions with Senior Physiotherapists
• Maintain accurate documentation 
• Prioritising your own case-load within a whole school perspective
• Provide recommendations on student safety
• Supervision of undergraduate university students
• We use appropriate language and methods of communication with students, families and colleagues
• Participate in performance reviews with Senior staff 
• Access to a professional development fund to continue your learning journey. We are committed to upskilling staff in evidence-based practice and contemporary therapeutic strategies and approaches

• Uphold the Physiotherapy Board of Australia code of conduct

• Adhere to Physiotherapy Board of Australia Continuing Professional Development and recency of Practice guidelines

• Access to a professional development fund to continue your learning journey. We are committed to upskilling staff in evidence-based practice and contemporary therapeutic strategies and approaches

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

• All staff employed by the department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Please ensure that your application includes:

• A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
• A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
• Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.

Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.

This vacancy is to replace an employee on parental absence and is for a period of seven years or until the employee absent on leave returns to duty at the school.

Barwon Valley is a Special Developmental School situated in Belmont for students from Foundation to Year 12. It is a purpose built facility which provides a friendly, stimulating, caring and secure environment for students with moderate to profound disabilities. We implement School Wide Positive Behaviour Support to promote positive behaviour, using our school values of TEAMWORK, RESPECT, FUN, DIGNITY and SUPPORT. Our vision is to provide maximum opportunities for all students to access and be involved in a comprehensive education based on the Victorian Curriculum. Teaching programs support students to reach their maximum potential in both school and community settings.  Our educational environment is comprised of Junior and Senior Learning Communities. Internal and external work experience programs are provided for students across the Senior Learning Community and strong links with local agencies and businesses support us with this program. An excellent staff/student ratio ensures that class groups have approximately 9 students. Students are actively involved in setting their learning goals in consultation with parents and other relevant personnel. We employ a diverse range of Allied Health Specialists including therapists, wellbeing personnel and nurses who support students to access their educational programs and support classroom staff in the delivery of these programs.