Community Aged Care OT - Empower Independence at Home

UnitingCare SA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Meal & Entertainment Card

Wellbeing Support

Career Development

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible work arrangements

Supportive team culture

Job summary

UnitingSA is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to empower older Australians to live independently and safely at home. You’ll work in the western suburbs with an office in West Lakes, joining a supportive multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based OT interventions.

As an OT, you’ll assess in clients’ homes, create individualized plans to enhance independence, and coordinate equipment and home modifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Post-graduate experience as an OT, preferably in Community Aged Care (HCP, SAH).
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and Consumer Directed Care.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Current First Aid, Driver’s Licence, reliable vehicle and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments in clients’ homes.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to promote independence and safety.
• Prescribe and coordinate equipment and home modifications to enhance daily living.
• Collaborate with families, care partners and health professionals for optimal outcomes.
• Educate clients and carers on strategies to reduce risks and improve quality of life.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

UnitingSA is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to empower older Australians to live independently and safely at home. You’ll work in the western suburbs with an office in West Lakes, joining a supportive multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based OT interventions.

As an OT, you’ll assess in clients’ homes, create individualized plans to enhance independence, and coordinate equipment and home modifications.