Occupational Therapist

Are you a health care professional confident in assessing needs and abilities of others? Take the next step in your career at Identitywa as an OT.

As one of WA's leading disability support services,
we are seeking two passionate occupational therapists to join our Allied
Health Team, with part-time and full-time opportunities available.
The multidisciplinary team incorporates
occupational therapy, speech pathology physiotherapy, clinical nursing, and positive
behaviour support, servicing the Perth metropolitan area, supporting adults
living with disability.

The current vacancies for
occupational therapy include:

Occupational therapist (experienced), with
background working within an NDIS service and 2+ years clinical experience
Occupational therapist (open - new graduate, early
career, experienced, varied work background)

The positions on offer are
permanent and may be part- or full-time.
We offer a flexible working
environment, with options for reduced days or e.g., school hours
considered.
Identitywa provides clinical and operational supervision and
support, and professional development opportunities tailored to the
individual's needs and interests.

What you'll do:

Work with adult NDIS participants with a variety of
goals and support needs
Undertake assessment and provide therapeutic
intervention for participants in shared living and community-based
environments
Provide assistive technology and adaptive equipment
assessment and recommendations, including applications and reporting
Complete Functional Capacity Assessments and
Sensory Profiling
Build and maintain strong relationships with key
stakeholders, including participants, families, support workers and the
wider allied health team
Remain committed to the NDIS Practice Standards, NDIS
Quality and Safeguarding Framework, and organisational policies and
procedures and code of conduct

You will need:

A degree in Occupational Therapy and current
unrestricted registration with the Australian Health Practitioners'
Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
A commitment to Identitywa's values
Demonstrated ability to take a person-centred
approach to care
NDIS Worker Screening Check
High level communication and relationship building
skills
Strong organisation and time-management skills
The ability to work autonomously and as member of a
multidisciplinary team
An NDIS Worker Orientation certificate https://training.ndiscommission.gov.au/

For experienced role:

Experience with NDIS processes, including
assessment, report writing, and NDIS plan management and implementation
Experience in the assessment and prescription of
assistive technology

What we provide:

Attractive salary with salary packaging options up
to $18,550 pa
Laptop, phone, and mileage reimbursement
Friendly and supportive teams
Flexible working options
Staff Recognition Program
Supervision, training and professional development
opportunities

How to apply:
Please refer to the JDF on our
website for full details on the work-related requirements for the role
and apply through our website or with your CV and cover letter.

Shortlisting of applicants will
commence immediately.
We reserve the right to close the
advertisement early if suitable applicants have been found.
Please visit our website to view
the job description and find out more: https://www.identitywa.com.au/join-our-team/current-opportunities
*If you have any questions
regarding the role or working in Allied Health with Identitywa, please contact
Manager Allied Health and Clinical Service, Natasha Charlesworth, on
(08) 9474
33***or email: ***************@identitywa.com.au
Who is Identitywa?
Identitywa is one of Western
Australia's leading disability support agencies.
For over 45 years, we
have been supporting people with a disability and their families.
Identitywa
works in partnership with participants and families to build a community where
people with disability can enjoy fulfilled an independent life.

Requirements

Apply

---