Work Type: Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Occupation not specified
Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: 7417
About the role
The Youth Autism Team operates within Mental Health Therapy Services (MHTS), part of Barwon Health’s Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Services (MHDAS). MHTS provides a comprehensive range of psychotherapy, peer support and allied health services across local and area Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (MHWS).
This specialist role supports improved identification, assessment and treatment outcomes for autistic young people aged 12–25 years experiencing mental illness. You will contribute to a best-practice, multidisciplinary autism assessment and diagnostic process alongside a Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist and Speech Pathologist, working collaboratively with Community Youth Mental Health teams.
The position delivers discipline-specific occupational therapy expertise within an interprofessional team, supporting high-quality diagnostic and treatment planning processes. Outreach and school-based assessment may be required.
Key Responsibilities
What We Are Looking For
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Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
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Additional information
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To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.