Occupational Therapist

Lifecare Homecare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel payment on top of remuneration

Bonus potential based on performance

Additional leave options

Paid Parental Leave

Discounted Health Insurance

Discounted Fitness Membership

APM group employee benefits

Job summary

Lifecare Homecare is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to deliver person-centred assessments and interventions in clients’ homes and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team across Victoria. You will prepare reports for funding bodies and contribute to achieving meaningful client outcomes.

The role supports older adults and people living with disability, with flexible full- or part-time options and opportunities for professional development within the Lifecare/APM Group.

Qualifications

• Occupational Therapy degree with current General AHPRA registration.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while managing a community-based caseload independently.
• Genuine interest in supporting older adults and people living with disability.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• Current driver’s licence, access to a reliable vehicle and comprehensive car insurance.
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or ability to obtain them.
• Willingness to undergo a National Criminal History Check as part of recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Occupational Therapy services tailored to each client’s individual needs using a person-centred approach.
• Conduct assessments and provide interventions for clients within their home environment.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, Allied Health Professionals, GPs, and other healthcare providers to ensure effective client outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality reports that meet funding body requirements (NDIS, DVA, Medicare, Home Care Package).
• Demonstrate Lifecare Homecare’s core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, and Service Excellence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Case Managers, GPs, community centres and other referral partners.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Client-centered care

Home-based assessments

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

General AHPRA registration

Job description

Job Description

As a full time or part time Occupational Therapist you will be providing high-quality assessments and interventions to our clients to support independent living. This encompasses ensuring effective and efficient assessment, planning, interventions and evaluation in a multi-disciplinary setting.

In this role, you will...

• Deliver high-quality Occupational Therapy services tailored to each client’s individual needs, using a person-centred approach.
• Conduct assessments and provide interventions for clients within their home environment.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, Allied Health Professionals, GPs, and other healthcare providers to ensure effective client outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality reports that meet the requirements of funding bodies, including NDIS, DVA, Medicare, and Home Care Package providers.
• Demonstrate our core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, and Service Excellence in all aspects of your work.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Case Managers, GPs, community centres, and other key referral partners.

What's in it for you?

• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Generous travel payment on top of your remuneration
• The opportunity to earn bonuses based on performance.
• Access to purchase additional leave.
• Paid Parental Leave benefits.
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Discounted Fitness Membership
• Additional employee benefits available through the APM group.
• Ability to experience the various APM Group Health brands to broaden your skill set and career growth.

Thinking about applying? Here's what we're looking for:

• Occupational Therapy degree with current General AHPRA registration.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, while also managing a community-based caseload independently.
• A genuine interest in supporting older adults and people living with disability.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• Current driver's licence, access to a reliable vehicle, and comprehensive car insurance.
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or the ability to obtain these.
• Willingness to undergo a National Criminal History Check as part of the recruitment process.

About Lifecare Homecare

Lifecare Homecare is part of the Lifecare network, which is part of the wider APM Group. With a service footprint in WA, Vic and NSW, Lifecare Homecare is a leading provider of community allied health services nationally. We are outcome-focused, working towards meaningful goals that our client's set for themselves, all in a person-centred manner, supporting their choice and dignity, whilst supporting our practitioners with a comprehensive induction, professional development opportunities and a very well-structured mentorship program.

Mobilise Your Potential - Join a team where movement matters—yours and your patients.

We're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity We welcome all people to join our team, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, living with disability, all gender identities, LGBTQIA+, people of any socioeconomic status, of any age, race, national origin or ethnicity. We believe each person’s uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.