Community Therapy Assistant

1 month ago

Perth, Australia Juniper Aged Care Full time

About Juniper:

At Juniper we are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest local aged care providers, championing individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved. Right across the state, we are committed to exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.

About the role:

We are seeking a Therapy Assistant to join our friendly and supportive Home and Community Care team with a client base in the South Metropolitan region. Our Juniper Home and Community Care team provides community based care programs that assist our aged customers to live independently in their own homes. Renowned for our commitment to the delivery of person centred care and best practice in relation to the provision of quality care, you will be working in a supportive environment that encourages initiative.

Therapy Assistants help improve the quality of life of every individual accessing aged care services with Juniper. They enable and empower individuals to make the most of their abilities and live a life well lived. Under the guidance of our friendly and supportive Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, you will assist in the delivery of high quality therapy services and share responsibility for the well-being of clients. As a Juniper Therapy Assistant you will actively contribute to the development and implementation of programs which meet the physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs of our community clients.

The successful candidate will visit customers in their own homes South of the river (South Metro), as well as spending time working from our community office in Bentley. Therapy Assistants also deliver programs at our Day Therapy Centres and are an integral member of our Transition Care Program.

There is the option of joining our team on either a part-time or full-time basis. There is no shift work required, with working hours Monday to Friday during normal business hours. To be considered for a part-time role you must be available at least three days per week. A full-time contract of up to 75 hours per fortnight is available.

Previous experience working as a Therapy Assistant, particularly in the community, will be viewed favourably.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist Home & Community care clients with group and individual intervention programs designed to maintain and/or improve independence and function under the guidance of our physiotherapist and occupational therapist Deliver programs at Day Therapy Centres and client’s homes with a reablement approach Contribute to the evaluation of therapy care plans Assists clients in maintaining/improving functional independence Complete documentation contemporaneously Provides feedback to therapists on the outcome of interventions Collaborative involvement in the Transition Care Program by delivering tailored goal focused interventions

Key requirements:

Certificate III in Allied Health equivalent or higher qualification - essential Experience working as a Therapy Assistant - desirable Experience working in Aged Care - desirable Strong person centered skills and ability to engage with clients of all abilities Planning and organisational skills Competency providing a range of therapeutic interventions/activities to clients individually and in a group Current Australian driver’s licence and reliable vehicle - both essential

What’s on offer:

Generous annual leave loading 17.5% Work phone and laptop provided Paid mileage for use of own vehicle Supportive environment with regular and ongoing professional development Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement Health Insurance discounts Employee Assistance Program with free counselling

How to apply:

To be considered for this position please submit your application online including a current curriculum vitae.

People of all ages and cultures are encouraged to apply. Shortlisting will commence immediately.

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