Therapy Assistant

6 months ago

Perth, Australia Bethanie Group Full time

Bethanie, Western Australia’s leading not for profit aged care and retirement living provider, has been warmly welcoming and caring for seniors for over 65 years. We strive to lead the change in the way Australians think about ageing, recognising ‘old age’ as a positive force in society and giving a voice to those who have seen it all and live to tell the tale.

We are seeking qualified Therapy Assistants to join the team at Bethanie Gwelup Aged Care Home on a variety of permanent part time rosters. Bethanie Gwelup is home to a 112 bed aged care facility with secure dementia services, and has been designed, built and staffed to maximise resident’s enjoyment, lifestyle and wellbeing.

The successful applicant would be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week across the following shifts:

- Monday 9am - 4.30pm
- Monday to Friday 9am - 2.30pm
- Monday to Sunday 1pm - 6pm

We are looking for someone with a passion for working with people of all abilities and backgrounds. Our Therapy Assistants have an enthusiastic and creative approach to their work and are able to support our residents’ strengths and interests.

An important component of this role is the ability to work autonomously and facilitate individual and group therapy sessions independently. You will be able to work under the guidance of a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist, while also being confident in using your initiative and creative thinking to ensure sessions run smoothly. We are looking for someone who thrives in a role where every day is different, and who are passionate about supporting meaningful engagement with people of all abilities.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Implement therapy and lifestyle programs for groups and individual residents
- Adapt activities to resident’s level of function under the guidance of a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist
- Address physical and psychological needs and provide opportunities for meaningful engagement for residents
- Maintain accurate documentation, both paper and computer based

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience in a Therapy Assistant role, ideally in an aged care or other health care environment
- Certificate III (or equivalent) in Allied Health Assistance
- Experience working with residents with dementia would be an advantage
- Ability to communicate clearly in both a verbal and written capacity with care recipients, families and team members
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually
- Willingness to uphold the vision, mission and values of The Bethanie Group
- A current police clearance, or willingness to obtain one

**Working with Bethanie**

At Bethanie we are committed to being an employer of choice by creating a supportive and compassionate environment for our people, customers and residents.

As well as being part of a stimulating and nurturing work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:

- Salary packaging up to $15,899 per annum. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases
- Banking, insurance and retail discounts and benefits
- Rewarding career with a supportive culture
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements

**To Apply**

Please click on the link to upload your CV before the closing date - don't delay as we will be shortlisting and interviewing as soon as possible We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date.

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