Allied Health Practitioner - Occupational Therapist

BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care; Melbourne; In loco; AUD 90.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive salary

Salary packaging benefits

Ongoing professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Descrizione del lavoro

BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care in Melbourne is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their Eastern Suburbs team in Clayton and surrounding region. You will deliver evidence-based OT assessments and interventions to aged care clients, focusing on reablement and restorative care to help older people live independently at home.

Join a supportive health team and contribute to high-quality care, with opportunities for professional development and career growth within a large, mission-driven

Competenze

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and deliver individualized OT programs for aged care clients in a community setting.
• Postgraduate experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings.
• Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models.
• Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
• Alignment with BaptistCare’s values and mission.
• Current first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Unrestricted driver’s licence and access to a reliable, registered vehicle.

Mansioni

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions to clients under aged care funding programs, focusing on reablement and restorative care.
• Support older people to maintain or regain independence, mobility and confidence to live safely at home.
• Work within an established multidisciplinary team to optimise client outcomes.

Conoscenze

Communication

Independent & Team Work

Clinical Reasoning

Computer Literacy

Formazione

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Descrizione del lavoro

Allied Health Practitioner - Occupational Therapist

BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care – Camberwell VIC

Full time, Permanent

14h ago , from BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care

Are you a motivated Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in your community? This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to enhance the independence, health and wellbeing of older Australians – while enjoying flexibility, support, and a great team environment.

• Competitive salary plus generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and mentoring to support your growth
• Family-friendly benefits including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Be part of an organisation that genuinely cares for clients and staff
• Use your clinical skills to help people live independently at home

About the role:

BaptistCare is one of Australia’s largest home care providers and a leader in service quality and innovation. We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in the Eastern Suburbs in Clayton and surrounding region.

You will deliver evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions to clients under aged care funding programs, with a focus on reablement and restorative care. Your work will support older people to maintain or regain independence, mobility, and confidence, enabling them to continue living safely at home.

Your team:

You’ll be joining an established and supportive group of health professionals who share a passion for helping older Australians live well. We empower clients to maintain their independence and enjoy the best possible quality of life at home, surrounded by the people, community, and memories that matter most. Together, we create a supportive environment where every client feels valued, respected, and genuinely cared for each day.

About you:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated ability to assess and deliver individualised occupational therapy programs for aged care clients in a community setting
• Postgraduate experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings
• Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models
• Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated computer literacy
• Alignment with BaptistCare’s values and mission
• Current first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Unrestricted driver’s licence and access to a reliable, registered vehicle with minimum Third-Party Property Damage Insurance.

About us:

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

Baptistcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.