Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (Community Age Care)
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Suncare is committed to "Making People's Lives Better". We do this through providing innovative personal solutions that support people to live their life, their way. We are a Queensland based not-for-profit community services organisation and as a values-based organisation we want our staff to reflect the values that we live by:
Innovative | Inclusive | Agile | Respectful | Authentic | Collaborative | Empathetic
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and the experience they enjoy is critical to the success of our organisation. Every day, Suncare employees are making a difference to real people and making people's lives better.
To support the exciting growth of our Allied Health and Clinical Services team, we have an opportunity for an Occupational Therapist, passionate about community age care, to provide services to our Rockhampton customers.
The role
Reporting to a Team Leader – Allied Health Care, you will:
Manage a wide variety of customer presentations across aged care funding areas, including Home Care Packages, Commonwealth Home Support Program, and Short-Term Restorative Care
Support customers in achieving their goals related to daily living, mobility, and community participation
Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored therapy plans
Assist with the provision of simple and complex equipment prescription, and major and minor home modifications
Collaborate with clients, families, carers, GP's and other professionals to ensure holistic care
Stay updated with best practices through ongoing professional development
The role is available as a permanent full-time or part-time position (Monday to Friday). There is flexibility with fortnightly hours, and we invite you to outline your preference in your cover letter.
Our team enjoy meeting customers in their home to provide OT services and also the flexibility and autonomy to complete administrative tasks either at home or at a Suncare office.
What you will bring to our team
A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRA
Significant practical experience or extensive knowledge in providing OT Services, preferably in a Rehabilitation and/or Aged Care setting
Effective interpersonal, communication, organisation and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
A great attitude, willingness to learn new things, and most importantly the ability and desire to listen to customers and understand their needs, wants and goals
First Aid and CPR certificate
A valid driver's licence and willingness to use your own insured vehicle for work purposes
What we can offer
At Suncare our people really are our greatest asset. We offer:
Not for profit salary packaging benefits
Flexible working options
A friendly, supportive team environment that values all voices
Monthly Clinical Professional Development opportunities and a CPD allowance for individual learning goals
Fitness Passport and health and wellbeing programs
Employee Assistance Program
Advanced technology to support you in your role
Comprehensive induction plus ongoing training and development
Career progression opportunities in a rewarding, growth industry
QLeave eligibility
Apply now
Ready to join our team of over 800 staff and 200 volunteers committed to making people's lives better? Please apply by including your resume and a cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role.
As part of the recruitment process, you may be requested to undertake background checks such as criminal history, pre-employment medical, demerit point/driving history and reference checks.
We collect, use, disclose, store, secure, manage and dispose of your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and our Privacy Policy. To see a copy of the privacy policy or to learn more about Suncare please visit our website
Applicants may be requested to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the advertised role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003
Suncare is an equal opportunity employer.
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