Therapy Assistant

1 week ago

Port Kennedy, Australia Bethanie Group Full time

Bethanie is a leading not for profit aged care provider based in Western Australia. For nearly 70 years, we have been empowering ageing Australians to lead their most meaningful lives by 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 currently seeking a qualified Therapy Assistant to facilitate therapy and lifestyle programs for our residents at Bethanie Waters Aged Care Facility located in **Port Kennedy.** Bethanie Waters 160 bed modern aged care facility offering a secure area for local residents with dementia or similar and associated conditions.

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 and cultivate 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.

This position is being offered on a **permanent, full time basis working 38 hours per week**. The shifts for this position will be for a dementia specific wing, Monday to Friday, 10am - 6pm.

**About You**
- Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent)
- Previous experience in a Therapy Assistant role, ideally in aged care or other health care environment
- 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 Mission, Vision and Values of The Bethanie Group
- Current NDIS Clearance or willingness to receive one
- Willingness to receive vaccinations - 3x covid vaccinations and flu vaccination

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

**Working with Bethanie**

Many of us work because we want to make a difference. As a company, we know we can only do this by providing our people with the best education, facilities and support to make a truly fulfilling career, feel fulfilled.

As well as being part of an engaging and caring work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:

- Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. 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
- A rewarding career with a supportive culture
- A comprehensive mental health and wellbeing program and free flu vaccinations each year
- Professional development and training opportunities
- A focus on flexibility and work life balance

**To Apply**

Please click on the link to upload your CV before the closing date of **Monday, 18**th** of November**. We hope to interview sooner so don’t delay

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