About Us
We are a leading provider of paediatric therapy services in Ireland, dedicated to enriching the lives of children and families.
As a leader in providing therapeutic services for children with neurodevelopmental needs, we operate Child Development Centres in multiple locations, offering a comprehensive range of supports for children of all abilities.
Job Description
Paediatric Occupational Therapist Responsibilities:
* Deliver family-centred therapy, conducting occupational therapy assessments and interventions for children and adolescents through personalised and group sessions, primarily in clinic settings, with occasional community-based work.
* Provide teletherapy services to children and families when appropriate.
* Collaborate effectively within the Occupational Therapy and Multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery.
* Support and advise colleagues within the clinical team to ensure best practices.
* Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and service planning activities.
* Maintain accurate and confidential documentation through computerised clinical records.
* Assist in organising parent and teacher training sessions and provide professional guidance.
* Ensure therapy rooms and equipment are well-maintained and safe.
* Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) activities and contribute to training opportunities.
* Support promotional activities to enhance service awareness.
* Report directly to the Therapy Team Lead and Clinical Services Manager.
Qualifications & Experience
A degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent), validated for practice in Ireland, is required. Ideally, 1+ years of post-qualification experience in paediatric occupational therapy, including working with children with neurodiverse conditions, autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing disorders, and Down syndrome, is preferred.
Accredited membership with AOTI and CORU Registration are essential. Garda Vetting clearance and satisfactory references are also required. Access to own car for travel purposes, including school visits, is necessary.
Hours & Employment Terms
Full-time: 35-hour workweek with flexible scheduling. Part-time: Available. Employment Type: Permanent (both full-time and part-time).
Benefits
A rewarding and supportive work environment. Competitive permanent salary with regular reviews. Annual CPD investment and professional development opportunities. Health Cash Plan covering a wide range of healthcare costs for employees and their families. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), including counselling services, digital fitness programs, nutrition guides, and wellbeing podcasts. Birthday Bonus Day Off and Employee Link Days. Free onsite parking.