Aged Care OT Assistant — Empower Residents' Independence

Jobs; Perth; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Salary packaging benefits

Childcare assistance

Wellbeing programs

Training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Amana Living is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant based in Osbourne Park, Perth, WA. The role provides therapeutic group and individual programs under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

This permanent part-time position offers 40 hours per fortnight. The successful candidate will support therapy delivery, engage residents in meaningful activities, and contribute to ongoing training and accreditation processes at Amana Living.

Qualifications

• Current knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices within health/aged care environment.
• Ability to respond to changing priorities and manage busy workloads.
• Evidence of current influenza vaccinations as per Amana Living policies.
• Ability to obtain National Police Clearance (within 6-month validity).
• Successful completion of pre-employment medical and reference checks.
• NDIS clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• Willingness to attend 4 days paid induction at Rivervale Training Institute.

Responsibilities

• Supports the occupational therapist in implementing the occupational therapy program according to the care plan.
• Enhances the quality of life and independence of residents/clients by implementing therapeutic group activities as directed by the occupational therapist.
• Participates in therapy meetings and in organising activities and events for residents.
• Assists with day-to-day management of therapy equipment, including cleaning and stock ordering.
• Observes clients' responses to treatment programs and reports findings to the clinical team.
• Communicates effectively with the clinical team, both written and verbal.
• Works within scope of knowledge and refers issues promptly to the clinical team or manager.
• Supports the rights and needs of care recipients.
• Identifies opportunities to use individual strengths to promote independence in daily activities.
• Supports accreditation maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.
• Obtains training compliance and participates in mandatory training sessions.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Group therapy

Aged care

Communication

Health and safety

Organisation

Job description

Amana Living is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant based in Osbourne Park, Perth, WA. The role provides therapeutic group and individual programs under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

This permanent part-time position offers 40 hours per fortnight. The successful candidate will support therapy delivery, engage residents in meaningful activities, and contribute to ongoing training and accreditation processes at Amana Living.