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If you are passionate about having a meaningful impact on individuals' lives through enabling occupational engagement… then keep reading

If you thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment where creativity and flexibility are encouraged, consider becoming a part of our fun and dedicated team at Action Occupational Therapy

Here's the Brief:

As an Occupational Therapist in our private practice, you'll have the unique opportunity to provide personalised care to a diverse clientele, while developing your professional skills working alongside a group of experienced therapists. You will have access to regular and frequent supervision with senior therapists who are just as committed to your growth as they are to achieving positive client outcomes. With access to ongoing professional development, you will be supported to grow in your role and achieve your career goals. Our billable target for all OTs is 50%.

But who even are we?

Action OT provides Occupational Therapy services to adolescent (over the age of 15 years) and adult clients. Our East Maitland based clinic also offers mobile services to clients in their homes and the community in predominately the Lower Hunter Region, also workingin collaboration with external multidisciplinary service providers.We have a fun and collaborative work culture, and our office is within short walking distance to local amenities, restaurants, and Stockland Greenhills.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who will fit into our dynamic team environment with the skills to match

• Registered as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA
• Demonstrated experience providing occupational therapy assessments and interventions to clients
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to form a strong rapport and relationship with clients and staff
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, time management and organisational skills
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills
• Working with Children Check and Criminal Record Check and willingness to undertake NDIS Worker Screening
• Current driver's licence and own car with comprehensive insurance
• Experience working as an OT in a community setting
• Experience working with NDIS clients
• Experience working with adolescent and adult clients

Here's What You'll Be Doing:

The position will be based at our clinic and within the community, completing home and community-based visits according to client needs. The caseload includes, but is not limited to, working with adolescents and adults who have physical disabilities, neurological conditions, intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder and global developmental delay, as well as aged clients.

Role responsibilities will include functional assessments, equipment prescription, home modifications (minor and major), therapeutic interventions focussed on goal-directed functional skill development, and report writing. Our business prides itself on providing ongoing regular supervision, clinical support, training and professional development opportunities for all staff. If you are an OT with experience, but you don't have experience working in a similar role or with a similar client group, we would still love to hear from you All staff operate on a buddy system when commencing with Action OT and complete competency-based assessment and training in all caseload areas prior to working independently with clients. This ensures we continue to provide the high-quality service to our clients for which we are known.

Please note we arenotan occupational rehabilitation provider. We work predominately with NDIS Participants, DVA clients and privately funded clients.

The Perks:

The successful applicant will be provided with a laptop and mobile phone as part of the remuneration package. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Work from home or in office options are also available.

While we would love to have another amazing OT join us full-time to help us meet the demand for quality service in our area, we also believe in work-life balance and can offer a permanent part-time position for the right applicant.

The Sign Off:

That's enough from us Now we want to hear from you

If you are ready to bring your expertise, compassion, and enthusiasm to a team that highly values your contribution, we cannot wait to hear from you.

If you have any questions, please call (02) 4028 6225 to speak with our director, Nikki Cousins.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionHealth Care Provider
• IndustriesPhysical, Occupational and Speech Therapists

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