Community - Occupational Therapist- Mount Waverely

Zenitas Healthcare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Induction & Training

Team events

Health & Wellness allowance

Recognition programs

Mentoring & support

Treasure Chest Fund

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Plena Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our community-based team in Mount Waverley. You’ll deliver patient-centred assessments and recommendations within government-funded programs such as Home Care Packages and CHSP, alongside private services.

The role emphasizes collaborative, innovative practice and achievable KPIs that support quality care. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team, contribute to personalised treatment plans, and help clients maintain independence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Current AHPRA registration
• Australian working rights to work in Australia
• Willingness to obtain NDIS Worker Screening and National Police Check

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide clinical recommendations.
• Address activities of daily living, mobility and transfers.
• Assess falls risk and implement prevention strategies.
• Prescribe equipment as needed for home care.
• Manage pressure areas and skin integrity; assist arthritic joint and pain management.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Australian working rights

Willingness to obtain NDIS Worker Scre

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Community - Occupational Therapist- Mount Waverely

Plena Healthcare is a national allied health provider with over 20 years of experience in Aged Care and Community services. Our passionate clinicians put clients at the heart of everything we do, guided by our values of energy, integrity, care, and connection.

Now proudly part of Australian Unity, a member-owned wellbeing company with a 180-year history, we’re expanding opportunities for our people and amplifying the positive impact we make in our communities.

Who We Are

Plena Healthcare is a national allied health provider with over 20 years of experience in Aged Care and Community services. Our passionate clinicians put clients at the heart of everything we do, guided by our values of energy, integrity, care, and connection.

Now proudly part of Australian Unity, a member-owned wellbeing company with a 180-year history, we’re expanding opportunities for our people and amplifying the positive impact we make in our communities.

The Opportunity

As an Occupational Therapist working within the community settling, you’ll join a large, supportive multidisciplinary team that thrives on collaboration and innovation. This isn’t “business as usual” - you’ll be part of a fresh, forward-thinking approach to allied health services, delivering personalised treatments that truly change lives.

You’ll work with clients referred through government-funded programs such as Home Care Packages, Short Term Restorative Care, and the Commonwealth Home Support Programme, along with privately funded services. Unlike many providers, we set achievable KPIs that support balance and quality care - ask us about it!

Your role will include comprehensive assessments and clinical recommendations to support:

• Activities of daily living, mobility, and transfers
• Falls risk and prevention
• Equipment prescription
• Pressure area and skin integrity management
• Arthritic joint and pain management

This is your chance to make a real difference in people’s lives every day and do it as part of a team that has your back.

Why Join Plena?

We know that for you to care for others, you need to feel supported yourself. That’s why at Plena we prioritise genuine work-life balance, flexibility, and a culture of connection.

Plena Perks

When you join our community, you’ll enjoy:

• Industry-leading Professional Development - annual allowance, monthly training, webinars, and lunch & learn sessions
• Paid induction and training to set you up for success
• A fun social club and regular team events
• Health Kick allowance to spend on fitness and wellbeing
• Recognition programs that celebrate your achievements
• Ongoing mentoring and support from leaders who care
• Treasure Chest Fund - money to brighten a client’s day in a meaningful way
• $1000 Refer a Friend bonus – because good people know good people!

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration
• Australian working rights
• Willingness to obtain NDIS Worker Screening and National Police Check

There’s never been a better time to join Plena Healthcare. Bring your skills, your passion, and your energy, and let’s create brighter outcomes together.

“We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to supporting an inclusive & diverse workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of all ages, cultural identities, gender identities and expressions & LGBTIQA+ people.”