Occupational Therapist

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Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Bendigo Advertiser Full time
Occupational Therapist - Home and Community Services

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Discover a career where care goes both ways Location – travel around Newcastle/Hunter areaFull Time or Part Time (min 3 days, flexible on days and hours)Pay rate – up to $54.50 per hour (based on experience) + superannuationNot for profit employer, so you pay less tax Exciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare We are celebrating 30 years of providing care and we now have 5000+ employees working with us. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities. This is a unique opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking for a varied and autonomous role in Community Aged Care on a Full-time or Part-time permanent basis. Your role will include visiting clients in their homes, providing comprehensive Occupational Therapy (OT) assessments and interventions that promote health, wellness and independence whilst supporting them to continue living safely in the community. Day To Day This Role Looks Like Conduct comprehensive OT assessments for clients, including those with multiple and complex needs.Provide specific OT services and programs, including home assessments and advice on activities of daily living with recommendations involving home modifications, equipment prescription, care planning and educationFacilitate and assist in development of a range of community based Health and Wellness programs and groupsInvolve clients and carers in developing care plans that are person centred and reablement focused.Provide support, education and direction to community workers and staff to assist them to best support our clientsSubmit individual applications for home modifications and equipment in accordance with program guidelinesWork collaboratively with the wider allied health team, including nurses, physiotherapists, fitness instructors and allied health assistantsFace to face clinical work and minimum travel time between clients with time allocated for administration and reportingOngoing liaison with external agencies and suppliers to arrange services and products required by the clients in accordance with policies and procedures To Be Successful In This Role You'll Need Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with post graduate experienceCurrent AHPRA registrationCommitment and enthusiastic approach towards working with the clients, families, carers and advocates.Experience in equipment prescription, pressure care, home modifications and falls prevention for older adultsIndustry knowledge of local and international wellness and reablement models of careExperience working in a community setting and demonstrated knowledge of the aged and disability service system in the community health sector - desirable but not essentialCurrent Drivers Licence and registered and insured motor vehicleWillingness to apply for a Police Check What We Can Offer You Paid travel time & KM's reimbursedNot-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less taxAccess to professional development and clinical support (up to $2,000 CPD allowance per year)Fitness Passport discounted gym benefitsPaid Parental leave Long Service leave after 5 years40+ Locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to moveA values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds We know you have many choices of employer - choose Catholic Healthcare where you can make a positive impact and be well rewarded. Apply online now Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability. Hello Recruitment Agencies, thanks for thinking of us. Right now, we're looking to fill this opportunity directly so if we do need your assistance we'll be in touch.

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