Occupational Therapist

About the Organisation

Community Lifestyle Support Ltd (CLS) is a not-for-profit that's been operating for over 25 years. We take pride in providing holistic, person-centred support to people throughout the Bundaberg and Fraser Coast Regions. CLS is committed to evolving our practices to find innovative ways of providing support and creating a more accessible and accepting community that celebrates diversity, embraces equality & inspires creativity. Oh and fun… we like to have fun

About the Role

Based in Bundaberg, this is an opportunity to provide quality Occupational Therapy services across Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast as part of an experienced and stable multidisciplinary team specialising in working with people with disabilities, their families and support networks. The role aims to offer the best of both worlds – work autonomously but be situated within a team that can mentor, support and brainstorm where you need it as well as receiving regular supervision that is focused on helping you identify and knock down barriers to you doing your best work. The autonomy of the position means that flexible working arrangements are available and can be tailored to what works for both you and CLS. The role provides an opportunity for people wanting to specialise or extend their experience in working in a person-centred approach within the disability sector. For a sense of how your job might look, you can read this "A day in the life"…

About Bundaberg

Located at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, Bundaberg offers great local beaches for safe swimming, fishing, camping and boating and annual turtle nesting at Mon Repos. Bundaberg is a large region with a lifestyle that is both attractive and affordable. To find out all the reasons people love living in this part of the world, see here…

Mandatory Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with AHPRA (or ability to register prior to commencing work).
• A pre-employment functional assessment is required as part of the application process.
• Ability to navigate, apply and adhere to CLS policies and procedures, including Workplace Health and Safety and Risk Management Procedures.
• The position requires some travel between Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Maryborough.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, or ability to obtain prior to commencement of employment.
• Current Driver's Licence (C-class).
• Be eligible for or hold a Working with Children Blue Card.
• Be eligible for or hold a NDIS Worker Screening Check or Positive Notice Card Yellow Card.

Highly Desirable

• Experience in working with people with disabilities.
• Experience in complex seating and home modifications.
• Assistive technology.
• Working knowledge of the NDIS.
• Applied First Aid.

Benefits

• Attractive salary under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020 (level negotiated based on experience).
• Salary packaging options $15, $30,000 grossed-up) per FBT year.
• Professional development budget.
• Work-life balance with flexible working hours.
• High degree of autonomy whilst providing opportunities to collaborate with experienced practitioners.
• Organisation-funded access to Employee Assistance Program.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter that addresses the key selection criteria (below) along with your resume.

Key Selection Criteria

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key attributes. Within the context of the responsibilities described above, the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

1. Values in Action: demonstrated understanding and ability to apply CLS values in everyday practice.
2. Customer Satisfaction: I take a personalised approach to service delivery and view the client and their family/decision-makers as the experts in their own lives, and I demonstrate ability to work with groups and work to build consensus.
3. Business Deliverables: demonstrated effective time management and ability to be accountable for outcomes and goals.
4. Accountability and Professional Responsibility: written and verbal communication is of a high standard and targeted appropriately to the intended audience.

For further information about Community Lifestyle Support please visit our website –

For information specific to this role please contact Sarah James, General Manager – Specialist Services: or option 1 followed by option 2).

Interviews will be conducted promptly upon receipt of suitable applications.