Occupational Therapist

10 hours ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

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Join a Crew that Celebrates Wins Together and has Each Other's Backs

"The supervision and professional development here are unmatched. Better Rehab has been instrumental in helping me reach my career goals, and the culture is incredibly supportive."

Emma, Clinician

Joining our Wollongong team, you'll enjoy fortnightly team lunches and take in the beautiful local beach just down the road when the weather allows We also host regular social catch-ups in the area, including after-work drinks, creating a fun and supportive team culture.

You'll be working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, managing a mixed but predominantly paediatric caseload within the NDIS disability space.

Day-to-day You Will

  • Conduct meaningful assessments and design impactful therapy plans in diverse environments, from participants' homes to day centres, parks, and even at the beach
  • Build enduring relationships with clients and witness the lasting impact of your work.
  • Innovate and Collaborate: Whether you're dealing with complex cases, exploring new treatment approaches, or facing professional challenges, you'll have a whole multidisciplinary team in your corner.

What makes us Better?

For starters, we're clinician-led at every level, all the way to the top, so we know what it's like being in the trenches of care. We've built the kind of workplace we always wished existed. Where we don't just say we trust our clinicians – we show it.

Our Values
  • We Get Sh*t Done
  • We are People People
  • Love What You Do
  • Frankly, we Give a Damn
  • We Value Ourselves

We Back You

About

We're committed to helping you grow as a clinician or as a leader yourself. Our mentoring pathway isn't just about moving up; it's about developing the full spectrum of skills you need to succeed and take on new opportunities including:
  • Support and Supervision: You'll be surrounded by colleagues who support you through challenges and an experienced and dedicated 1:1 Supervisor to guide you.
  • Professional Development: Access to an extensive internal PD schedule + a personal budget.
  • Study Leave:4 full days paid study leave per calendar year.
  • Resources: The works- laptop, phone + all of our sites have therapy and assessment resources ready to grab and go.

Freedom to Work Your Way

We've Created An Environment Where You Can Personalise Your Work Style And Schedule. Want To Split Your Time Between Online, In-clinic And Community Work? We're Here To Prioritise Whatever Makes You The Best Clinician You Can Be With
  • Better Flex Policy: Flexible hours and the opportunity to flex off when you've completed your client work
  • Clear KPIs: Realistic, achievable and sustainable monthly targets.
  • Better Rewards Program: Earn bonus pay or extra leave, or redeem points for PD, gadgets and experiences
  • Paid Parental Leave: 8 weeks for the primary carer and 2 for the secondary carer.
  • Travel Reimbursement: Work-related travel paid monthly at 92c per KM.
  • National Opportunities across 30 Australian sites.

About You

We're after OT's who get restless when they see room for improvement and aren't afraid to speak up about it. Who have a fire in their belly about participant care and treat participant goals like personal missions, not just checkboxes on a form.

The ones who have the courage to challenge ideas (yes, even ours) when participant's interests are at stake.

If this sounds like you, we might just be right for each other.

You Will Also Hold
  • Full AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist – limited may be considered on a case by case basis
  • A valid driver's license and personal vehicle
  • An NDIS check, Working with Children Check, and Police Check (or willing to obtain)
  • 1-3 years post graduate experience as an Occupational Therapist

Onshore applicants seeking sponsorship will be considered.

Join Us and hit Apply NowFeel free to reach out to Leanne with any questions you may have on 0483 945 *** or email ******@betterrehab.com.au.

Commitment To Diversity

At Better Rehab, we embrace diversity, inclusivity and a fair recruitment process encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

Learn more at www.betterrehab.com.au

Additional Information
  • Join a national company founded and run by clinicians, for clinicians
  • Experience industry leading benefits, rewards, supervision & career development
  • Enjoy flexible working hours & a hybrid working model (3 days WFH)
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