Occupational Therapist

ORS Group; Newcastle City Council; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

ORS Group seeks a passionate Occupational Therapist to provide person-centred NDIS allied health services in Newcastle. You'll conduct various assessments and support clients in diverse environments. Enjoy a flexible work schedule and career development opportunities.

The ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications and register with AHPRA. Our supportive culture promotes diversity and inclusion, making ORS Group a leading provider in Australia.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration or ability to become registered with AHPRA.
• Valid driver's license and a car.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments in various settings, including homes and schools.
• Provide therapy to clients with disabilities.
• Collaborate with clients and their families.

Skills

Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy

Registration or ability to become registered with AHPRA

Ability to work in various environments

Client management skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy

Job description

If you are a passionate Occupational Therapist who wants to help transform lives through excellence and person‑centred NDIS allied health services then you love working at ORS.

Types of Assessments and Interventions

• Supported Independent Living (SIL) Assessments
• Sensory Assessments
• Assistive Technology (AT) Assessments
• Home Modifications Assessments (including complex)
• Functional Daily Living Skills Assessments
• Environmental Risk Assessments
• Skill building and ongoing therapy

You will work across various environments, including family homes, disability group homes, day programs, schools, community, and/or ORS clinics.

Work Life Balance

• Provide the resources for our staff to be able to work from home
• Aim to allocate clients close to your home
• Give you ownership of your own calendar so you can book appointments to suit your schedule
• Give you the ability to work part time or reduced hours

Career Pathways at ORS

ORS is an organisation that takes pride in developing our employees into their career pathway of choice. Whether that be regional or interstate secondments, people management, specialisation in a particular interest area such as paediatrics, home modifications or mental health and opportunities to try other clinical disciplines such as Positive Behaviour Support or Rehabilitation Consulting, the opportunities are endless and extensive! You will work closely with your Manager and Learning & Development Manager to create a plan to achieve these goals.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy
• Registration or ability to become registered with AHPRA
• A car and licence
• A National Police Clearance, Working With Children/Working with Vulnerable People Check & NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or ability to obtain one for a client facing role (or willingness to obtain one before commencement)

About ORS

We are one of the largest and fastest growing family owned and operated national allied health and workplace rehabilitation providers in Australia, with a proven track record and reputation for providing high quality evidence‑based, and client‑centred services for over 30 years. Due to our incredible culture, passion for excellence, stability, and gratitude for being able to see the potential and recognise the strengths of every individual it’s easy to see why our workforce has grown 1200% in 4 years and why we are the allied health services provider of choice.

Apply

If this sounds like the job for you, don’t miss this opportunity and apply now! If you do not have an updated CV, you can contact Brad Smith on 0438 713 160 or connect with Brad on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-smith-669150a3.

The ORS Group is a multicultural, diverse, supportive and flexible employer, specifically encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, working parents, LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities.