<p>Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) governs 290 vibrant Catholic learning communities that provide more than 110,000 students with the best education possible. Within these educational communities, our students are encouraged to grow spiritually, socially and emotionally in a culture of academic excellence. Our schools celebrate and remain true to the Catholic values that inspire their dedicated and professional school leaders, teachers and staff to transform young minds into active leaders and contributors within our society.</p> <p>MACS aims to recruit outstanding employees who are committed to supporting schools in this Mission. Their work covers fields such as curriculum, religious education, finance, information and communications technology, marketing and communications, student wellbeing, leadership, legal services, planning and industrial relations. They are supported to grow personally and professionally.</p> <p>MACS values and respects workplace diversity and our employees reflect our diverse school communities. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds.</p> <p>MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</p> <p><strong>ABOUT THE POSITION</strong><br> <br> Applications are sought from suitably qualified and experienced occupational therapists to work in a multi-disciplinary team providing support to schools, designing education adjustments to enhance learning outcomes for students with complex communication, sensory and behavioural needs.<br> <br> Salary for this role ranges between $86,171 - $97,812 per annum commensurate with skills and experience. Annual leave of four weeks and professional working hours apply to this position.<br> <br> This is a full time, ongoing role based at our Head Office in East Melbourne.<br> <br> <strong>TO BE SUCCESSFUL</strong><br> <br> The successful applicant will have extensive experience in early interventions or school settings, and the development of behaviour support plans for inclusion of students with learning difficulties and/or challenging behaviours. You will have well developed interpersonal skills with the ability to consult effectively and manage multiple stakeholder interests whilst working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.<br> <br> Experience in a school based environment will be highly regarded.<br> <br> The successful candidate must hold or acquire a Working with Children Check, and must be willing to acquire a National Police Record Check. Candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia, and be able to provide evidence of this.<br> <br> <strong>SELECTION CRITERIA</strong><br> <br> Please refer to the <a href="https://cem.elmotalent.com.au/uploads/cem/files/PD_OT_1FTEOngoing.pdf">position description</a> for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. Please note your application must address how you meet the criteria with examples.<br> <br> <strong>WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?</strong><br> </p> <ul> <li>Generous salary and conditions</li> <li>Opportunity to work in a large, dynamic and supportive multi-disciplinary team</li> <li>Regular professional supervision and professional development opportunities</li> <li>Work/Life balance</li> <li>Enhancing the education of more than 150,000 students.</li> </ul> <p><strong>HOW TO APPLY</strong><br> <br> Applications <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">must be received</span></strong> via our <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://cem.elmotalent.com.au/careers/careers/jobs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">Careers Portal</a></span>. All MACS vacancies can also be accessed via the <a href="https://www.macs.vic.edu.au/Working-in-our-schools/Job-Search.aspx">Job Search</a> tab on the MACS website at <a href="https://www.macs.vic.edu.au/">www.macs.vic.edu.au</a><br> <br> <strong>Applicants need to provide:</strong><br> </p> <ol> <li>A cover letter</li> <li>A separate statement addressing the <a href="https://cem.elmotalent.com.au/uploads/cem/files/PD_OT_1FTEOngoing.pdf">Key Selection Criteria</a></li> <li>An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae</li> <li>Contact details for two employment referees (referees will only be contacted with your consent).</li> </ol> <p>All enquiries can be directed to Disha Bhandhari at dbhandhari@macs.vic.edu.au or<tcxspan tcxhref="0392670551" title="Call (03) 9267 0551. via 3CX"> (03) 9267 0551.</tcxspan><br> <br> <strong>APPLICATIONS CLOSE:</strong> 4pm, Monday 31 January 2022<br> <br> Recruitment Agencies - thank you for thinking of us, however we do endeavour to fill our opportunities through direct channels wherever possible. If we find that we do need agency assistance, we'll be in touch.<br> <br> <em>In applying for a position with Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS), you will be asked to provide certain personal information to enable your application to be considered. Any personal information that is provided to MACS in relation to an application for employment will be handled in accordance with MACS's obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). To find out more about how MACS handles personal information,</em> <em>you are encouraged to read the MACS</em> <a href="https://www.macs.edu.au/About-Us/Policies/Privacy-Policy.aspx"><em>Privacy Policy</em></a> <em>which can be found on the website.</em><br> </p>