Occupational Therapist

 Employment Type -  Casual

Hours per fortnight - 0 

Job Category - Other Professionals - Occupational Therapy

Req Id - 1672 

HAVE IT ALL

JOIN OUR ALLIED HEALTH TEAM NOW

• Be challenged to grow and be the best Occupational Therapist you can be, in a friendly environment supported by expert Senior Clinicians
• Engage in collaborative multidisciplinary teamwork that makes a difference to people's lives
• Join an innovative public health service with progressive clinical, leadership and research training opportunities that is committed to creating positive change in our region

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About the facility 

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

About the role

We are seeking applications from Grade 2 and experienced grade 1 occupational therapists to join our community of over 150 occupational therapists to work across the continuum of care in clinical specialties suited to their clinical experience.

•   Settings include acute, inpatient rehabilitation, community rehabilitation, community health, child and family health and mental health settings in the clinical specialties of orthopaedics, surgery, medicine, neuro rehabilitation, geriatric evaluative management (GEM), trauma, paediatrics & mental health. 
•   Each grade 1 is supported in one of our 12 rotations by a dedicated experienced Grade 2 for supervision, joint sessions and training to build our grade 1's foundational knowledge, skills and confidence.
•   Our Grade 2 occupational therapists lead their work area and are well supported by accessible expert clinical, student educator, education & training, and research senior clinicians for supervision, joint sessions, specialty clinical training, student supervision training and allied health leadership training.
•   Inclusion in a weekend and public holiday roster in bed based services with additional financial rewards with pay and leave for weekend work

We offer you:

• Dedicated senior Occupational Therapist as your supervisor who will provide support, mentoring and on the job professional development.
• Engagement with a large passionate and committed team of Barwon Health Occupational Therapists (over 150 staff)
• A strong culture of student education, clinical research and innovation
• Strong collaborative interdisciplinary model of care.
• All the benefits of working in a large public health organisation including access to salary packaging, professional supervision, paid leave entitlements, interdisciplinary team working and internal access to a wide range of internal clinical, supervision and leadership training and open doors to many other job opportunities.

About you

• A clear and respectful communicator and consumer advocate
• Experienced in the delivery of collaborative team based healthcare
• Passionate commitment to evidence based practice, consumer focussed care and accountable for providing a high quality service
• Excellent leadership skills to advocate for consumers, and support junior staff.
• Ability to critically analyse own performance and acknowledge responsibility for your own learning
• A flexible & optimistic 'can do' approach with responsive organizational skills to prepare for the challenges that public healthcare is facing both now and in the years to come.

About the culture

The Occupational Therapy team are part of Barwon Health's wider Allied Health department and integrated into many service programs across the continuum of care. We are a supportive group with expert senior clinicians and occupational therapy management leading the way. With our inclusive and collaborative approach to our profession and your career, we encourage you to engage in research opportunities, work on specific projects and take part in specialised professional development. Our people are devoted to caring for the community, we take pride in the exceptional patient care we provide and enjoy the fun camaraderie from the supportive people we work with.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

About Geelong 

Derived from the local Wadawurrung Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.

• Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
• Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
• Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
• Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities. 

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.

We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

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