Occupational Therapy Lead

2 weeks ago


Brunswick, Australia Baptcare Full time

Allied Health Lead – Occupational Therapy

Permanent Full-Time

About Us

At Baptcare, we care. Our Mission and Vision are lived through our WE CARE Values: for our residents, customers, clients, partners, and supporters; with the very young through to the very old, the vulnerable, with families through all of life's stages and challenges.

Baptcare is a purpose driven organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. Focused on providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum.

Our Values are Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect and Effectiveness.

About the Role

The Allied Health Lead will work within In Home Care in partnership with Baptcare management and staff to contribute to organisational performance and employee engagement through assisting management and staff to become superior performers; and, when significant change is required, transforming the organisation in the achievement of new directions and goals. Leading a team of dedicated occupational therapists, you will provide support and mentorship in providing quality care to our clients in the community.

Key Duties

Effectively lead teams so every customer gets safe and effective care and clinical care, that is best practice, tailored to individual needs and optimises health and wellbeing.

Support intake of new consumers, undertaking thorough assessment, care planning, and goal setting, and complete review or reassessment processes as required.

As a part of a multidisciplinary team, ensure clinical care reflects current best practice guidelines and respects the individual needs and preferences of the customer.

Operate according to Baptcare's procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance with organisation and regulatory requirements, including all aspects of workplace health and safety legislation applicable to role.

Report WHS hazards, injuries and incidents (including near misses).

Act responsibly to protect your safety and the safety of others.

Support and facilitate growth withing the Occupational Therapy department.

About You

You are passionate about continuing to grow your career in the IHC space. Solutions focused and up for making a difference, you align your approach to strategy to achieve organisational and divisional goals.

Working as part of a close-knit team, you collaborate with and support others, demonstrating respect in your day-to-day actions.

You will ideally bring the following:

Australia Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA) registered as an Occupational Therapist.

Demonstrated experience in providing Occupational Therapy services within the Community Aged or Disability sectors.

Experience with Salesforce.

Experience working with Home Care Packages, Community Home Support Program, and the Short-Term Restorative Care Program.

Experience working with agile project teams, in product development or in other/fluid innovation environments.

Current Australian Driver's Licence and own insured vehicle.

Willingness to obtain a Police Check through Baptcare.

For You

Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You'll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.

The successful candidate will receive:

· A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.

· Hybrid working arrangements

· Access to confidential counselling and support services.

· Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

· Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

· The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.

If you require support with the application process, please contact

Baptcare is committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role, and supporting diversity. We welcome applicants who may require adjustments.

Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children and young people to feel safe and respected.



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