Autonomous Occupational Therapist, Home & Community Care

Dementia Support Australia; Nowra; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging

Paid parental leave

Discounted healthcare memberships

Independent counselling support

Career development opportunities

$1,000 bonus for referrals

Job summary

Dementia Support Australia is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist in Nowra, New South Wales. In this role, you'll work autonomously, providing tailored care to clients in various settings. The position requires a tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration. Responsibilities include assessing client needs, delivering person-centered care, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Enjoy benefits like NFP salary packaging, parental leave, and career development opportunities while making a meaningful impact on the lives of older Australians.

Qualifications

• Must have practical experience in Rehabilitation or Aged Care settings.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with clients and team members.
• Ability to manage time and workload independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care in various settings including client home visits.
• Assess functional care needs and set clear care goals.
• Provide treatment and intervention based on individual needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Autonomy

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration

Job description

Dementia Support Australia is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist in Nowra, New South Wales. In this role, you'll work autonomously, providing tailored care to clients in various settings. The position requires a tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration. Responsibilities include assessing client needs, delivering person-centered care, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Enjoy benefits like NFP salary packaging, parental leave, and career development opportunities while making a meaningful impact on the lives of older Australians.