Volunteer - Therapy Assistant (Mini Habitile)

Cerebral Palsy Alliance

  • Canberra, ACT
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Location Canberra, ACT, AustraliaIntensive Therapy Volunteer OpportunityCerebral Palsy Alliance – CanberraMini HABIT-ILE, is a breakthrough intensive therapy program designed for children aged 2–5 years who experience challenges with hand and gross motor function. Exclusive to Cerebral Palsy Alliance, this program is based on HABIT-ILE, an evidence-based approach rooted in the latest neuroplasticity research. It’s clinically proven to deliver lasting functional improvements.Using play to engage and motivate, each child’s therapy is tailored to their unique interests and goals—whether it’s riding a two-wheel bike, tying shoelaces, or walking stairs independently.Program Details
  • Dates: October 6–16, 2025 (weekdays only)
  • Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM daily
  • Location: Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Canberra
Volunteer CommitmentTo ensure consistency and support for the children, volunteers must commit to a minimum of one full week during the program.Volunteer Role
  • Paired with a child and therapist to help deliver the intervention
  • Receive ongoing support and training from experienced physiotherapists and occupational therapists
  • Learn about HABIT-ILE, motor learning principles, and how to scaffold goal-directed therapy
Ideal for Allied Health StudentsThis is a fantastic opportunity for students in allied health fields to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting, working alongside expert paediatric PTs and OTs.Benefits
  • Free training in an evidence-based therapy model
  • Practical experience in a paediatric therapy setting
  • Exposure to a large clinical randomised trial and related research
  • Certificate of attendance provided
Role Requirements
  • Aged 16 years or older
  • NDIS Worker Screening
  • Working with Children Check (NSW)
  • Working with Vulnerable People Check (ACT), if applicable
Additional InformationPlease let us know if you have any pre-existing injuries or illnesses that may affect your ability to volunteer. CPA is committed to inclusivity and will consider reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process and your volunteering experience.CPA encourages all volunteers to be vaccinated against COVID-19. We are a child-safe organisation and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All volunteers must adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.Note: CPA is a smoke-free workplace, including all sites and vehicles.How to ApplyClick ‘Apply’ to submit your application.For questions or to request reasonable adjustments, please contact:
Angela Dives –*Important information:Please let us know if you have any pre-existing injuries or illnesses which you are currently seeking, or have sought, medical treatment for which you think may impact your ability to volunteer. CPA is committed to supporting an inclusive environment and engaging volunteers with diverse lived experience. We will happily consider and accommodate reasonable adjustments that may be required to support you in the recruitment process, and to be successful and safe at CPA.Cerebral Palsy Alliance is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our clients and students and volunteers. As such we encourage all volunteers be vaccinated against COVID-19 . Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the , wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a organisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.CPA is a smoke free workplace including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles.How to ApplyPlease click 'Apply' to complete your application. If you have any questions about the role or require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process please contact **Name of Recruiter** on **contact details**.

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