Occupational Therapist

Perth PartTime

• Work for one of WA's leading disability agencies
• Attractive salary packaging options up to $18,550
• Make a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities

Are you a health care professional confident in assessing needs and abilities of others? Take the next step in your career at Identitywa.

As one of WA's leading disability support services, we are seeking two passionate Occupational Therapists to join our Allied Health Team, with part-time and full-time opportunities available.

The multidisciplinary team incorporates occupational therapy, speech pathology physiotherapy, clinical nursing, and positive behavior support, servicing the Perth metropolitan area, supporting adults living with disability.

The current vacancies for occupational therapy include:

• Occupational Therapist (experienced), with background working within an NDIS service and 2+ years clinical experience
• Occupational therapist (open - new graduate, early career, experienced, varied work background)

The positions on offer are permanent and may be part- or full-time. We offer a flexible working environment, with options for reduced days or e.g., school hours considered. Identitywa provides clinical and operational supervision and support, and professional development opportunities tailored to the individual's needs and interests.

What you'll do:

• Work with adult NDIS participants with a variety of goals and support needs
• Undertake assessment and provide therapeutic intervention for participants in shared living and community-based environments
• Provide assistive technology and adaptive equipment assessment and recommendations, including applications and reporting
• Complete Functional Capacity Assessments and Sensory Profiling
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including participants, families, support workers and the wider allied health team
• Remain committed to the NDIS Practice Standards, NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework, and organisational policies and procedures and code of conduct

You will need:

• A degree in Occupational Therapy and current unrestricted registration with the Australian Health Practitioners' Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• A commitment to Identitywa's values
• Demonstrated ability to take a person-centred approach to care
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• High level communication and relationship building skills
• Strong organisation and time-management skills
• The ability to work autonomously and as member of a multidisciplinary team
• An NDIS Worker Orientation certificate

For experienced role:

• Experience with NDIS processes, including assessment, report writing, and NDIS plan management and implementation
• Experience in the assessment and prescription of assistive technology

What we provide:

• Attractive salary with salary packaging options up to $18,550 pa
• Laptop, phone, and mileage reimbursement
• Friendly and supportive teams
• Flexible working options
• Staff Recognition Program
• Supervision, training and professional development opportunities

How to apply:

Please refer to the JDF on our website for full details on the work-related requirements for the role and apply through our website or with your CV and cover letter.

Shortlisting of applicants will commence immediately.

We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if suitable applicants have been found.

Who is Identitywa?

Identitywa is one of Western Australia's leading disability support agencies. For over 45 years, we have been supporting people with a disability and their families. Identitywa works in partnership with participants and families to build a community where people with disability can enjoy fulfilled an independent life.

Location :

Perth

Work Type :

PartTime

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Close Date :

Reference :

18903