Geelong Occupational Therapist – Home Care Specialist

Mercy Health Australia; Geelong; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health Australia is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Geelong to deliver person-centred, evidence-based services within a Home Care team. You will conduct home assessments, develop tailored intervention plans, and partner with clients and families to achieve meaningful health outcomes.

The role requires AHPRA registration, a qualification in Occupational Therapy, and a willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team to support independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Strong clinical assessment, problem-solving, and care planning skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Commitment to person-centred and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home-based occupational therapy assessments in clients' homes.
• Assess functional capacity, mobility, falls risk, and home safety.
• Develop, implement, and review goal-focused intervention plans.
• Recommend assistive technology, equipment, and home modifications.
• Deliver reablement and restorative care interventions.
• Support clients to maintain independence in daily activities.
• Collaborate with care partners, nurses, allied health professionals, families, and carers.
• Prepare clinical documentation, reports, and funding recommendations.
• Contribute to quality improvement, risk management and compliance activities.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and service improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor or Master in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Mercy Health Australia is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Geelong to deliver person-centred, evidence-based services within a Home Care team. You will conduct home assessments, develop tailored intervention plans, and partner with clients and families to achieve meaningful health outcomes.

The role requires AHPRA registration, a qualification in Occupational Therapy, and a willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team to support independence and quality of life.