Senior Occupational Therapist

3 weeks ago


Burnie, Australia Sanctuary Personnel Ltd Full time

Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Mental Health Services

Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Mental Health Services, South Tasmania (UK) – £ per annum Annually

Are you a skilled Senior Occupational Therapist ready to make a meaningful impact within Adult Mental Health Services in South Tasmania? We are seeking an innovative professional to join our dedicated team in an exciting full-time position. You’ll work in a supportive environment where your ideas are valued, contributing to ongoing service development and intersectoral liaison. Living and working in South Tasmania offers you the chance to enjoy stunning natural beauty and a close-knit community, making it a fantastic place to enhance both your professional and personal life.

Benefits

- Competitive annual salary with opportunities for professional advancement

- Generous holiday entitlement to enjoy the beauty of Tasmania

- Strong focus on work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements available

- Access to ongoing professional development and training programs

- A supportive and dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation

Primary Purpose

As part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering high-quality mental health services in accordance with the National Quality and Safety Health Service Standards (NSQHS), agency policy, legal requirements, and relevant professional competencies, the Senior Occupational Therapist will:

What you will do

- Ensure the quality of clinical Occupational Therapy services in Adult Mental Health Services through professional accountability, providing supervision, and participation in the Continuing Care Stream and the Acute Care Stream

- Take a lead in ongoing service development and intersectoral liaison

- Be responsible for the operation of Occupational Therapy services within Adult Mental Health Services

- Provide specialist Occupational Therapy assessment, treatment, and case management services to clients of the region’s AMHS, utilising evidence-based, best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework

- Participate in the provision of strategic direction, development of policies, and the delivery and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services across the continuum of care

- Act as a consultant to other agencies regarding the support and management of clients with mental health needs and promote community awareness in relation to mental health

Essential Requirements

- Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Occupational Board of Australia

- Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia

Desirable Requirements

- Holds or is progressing towards relevant post-graduate qualifications

- Current driver’s licence

Living and working in Tasmania offers a unique lifestyle blend where you can evolve professionally while enjoying the island’s breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. With its thriving arts scene and outdoor adventures, Tasmania is not just a workplace, but a place you will love calling home. Join us and be part of a supportive community that fosters innovation and wellbeing.

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