Occupational Therapist

1 week ago

Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia Northcott Full time

This position is located at Penrith and is suitable for recent graduates or early career OT's. Full or part time available

Join our supportive, welcoming and values based therapy community in Penrith

Availability for after school appointments is a must

As an Occupational Therapist you will:

  • Provide timely, evidenced based, person centred therapy to children and adults with a disability within a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Manage a paediatric and mixed caseload with complex and varied needs, working with customers of all ages, their families and carers to identify strengths, skills and goals.
  • Use appropriate assessment tools and methods to assess strengths and areas of development, in order to identify suitable intervention strategies.
  • Be able to deliver therapy in a variety of environments, e.g. centre based, schools/preschools, group homes, homes and via telehealth.
  • Contribute proactively to the ongoing development of professional knowledge and skills within the Occupational Therapy profession.
  • Champion and promote the Northcott values; 'innovative, respectful and brave'.

Requirements:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy with AHPRA registration
  • Knowledge of strengths-based practice, as well as family and person centred approaches.
    Experience delivering evidence based therapy to a paediatric, adolescent and/or adult caseload.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload and administrative responsibilities in an autonomous, efficient and effective manner.
  • An understanding of the NDIS framework and working within a fee for service model is desired.
  • Be able to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills – written, oral and listening.
  • NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain)
  • NSW Working with Children Check.
  • First Aid Certificate (including CPR) or willingness to obtain.
  • Driver's License with access to own vehicle (reimbursement for KM's is available)
  • Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Module
  • Current First Aid & CPR are desired – can be obtained/renewed after you commence.

Why work for Northcott?

  • We have friendly and supportive teams locally and the wider therapy teams across NSW ACT VIC & QLD.
  • We have a family friendly hybrid model workplace with flexible hours for staff to manage your home and work lives effectively. Talk to us about your preferred hours and days of work.
  • You will receive peer supervision and opportunity to attend regular therapy forums.
  • 2 weeks paid Professional Development leave (pro rata).
  • 5 weeks paid annual leave and additional paid parental leave (pro rata).
  • Multiple employee benefits, such as discounted gym & health fund membership, discounted motor vehicle services and entertainment cards.
  • Novated Lease Arrangement for vehicle if desired.
  • Salary Packaging is available to help boost your take home pay (pay less tax).

Our Values:

Northcott are a values-based organisation that strives to foster a workplace culture based on our core values. We are:

Innovative because we develop new ideas and solutions with creativity in anticipation of changing needs
Respectful because we believe that everyone's voice is unique and that they have the right to be heard
Brave because we have the courage to stand up for people with all abilities even in the face of adversity

About Therapy Services:

Northcott Therapy provides support to children, young people and adults with a range of disabilities including intellectual disability, physical disability, autism and global developmental delay. Assessments and therapy are conducted in a family centred way to enable the customer to live as independently as possible at home, in education or work and in the community. Northcott Therapy provides timely and evidence based therapy and clinical support to people with a disability, their families and support networks by providing information, support, training and advice within a capacity building approach.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role please contact Janelle Delos Santos (Therapy Service Manager

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