Occupational Therapist

Cerebral Palsy Alliance; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Professional development

Tax benefits meals & entertainment

Gym membership

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Cerebral Palsy Alliance in Port Macquarie is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team of 7 therapists. The role balances clinic-based work with community visits, serving children and adults with cerebral palsy in a regional outreach model.

You will provide evidence-based OT, participate in professional development, and enjoy access to modern facilities and equipment. Flexible hours with options for part-time or full-time work.

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with current AHPRA registration.
• Driver's license and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to people living with cerebral palsy and related conditions.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team and in a regional outreach model.
• Deliver services across clinic and home/community settings.
• Engage in professional development and evidence-based practice.

Education

Occupational Therapist

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Full time, open to part time for the right applicant

Join Our Dynamic Team In Port Macquarie

As part of our team in Port Macquarie you have the opportunity to join an experienced multidisciplinary team alongside 7 therapists. Our team of Speechies, Physios and OTs have adopt a strong team culture and our self-identified team values include being kind, supportive, trusting and agile in everything that we do.

Location

Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia

A typical client caseload at CPA includes working with people living with Cerebral palsy and similar conditions in the majority with >70% being 0-18. Working in a regional area provides opportunity for rapid career development; therapists will have the opportunity to work with a breadth of diagnoses, ages, and disability types, as well as custom moulded seating, high-tech AAC, early intervention and complex mealtime management.

The Port Macquarie clinic is exceptionally well-resourced with 4 specialist treatment rooms, pool cars, ceiling hoists, eye-gaze technology, magic carpet, huge selection of toys, full switch kit (environmental access), wheelchair scale etc. Whilst the majority of your clients will be seen in the clinic (about 70%) we also visit some clients in their homes or community settings. We work on a ‘regional outreach’ model, meaning we service large community hubs in clustered blocks. The frequency of our visits varies, but we will service clients across Port Macquarie/Wauchope, Taree, Forster, Kempsey, and Coffs Harbour.

Port Macquarie is a major regional hub, you can get the flavour of a rural environment whilst still having with access to all necessary resources, lower property costs compared to other coastal towns, and almost no traffic/commute challenges.

What makes CPA special?

• Professional Development: we are a registered training organisation, providing you with a detailed learning journey and 1:1 guidance from a clinical educator throughout your career.
• Teamwork: join an experienced multidisciplinary team, including SP, OT, PT and EP, working collaboratively to provide care to clients
• A Rewarding Caseload: working with diverse clients and complex disability can be incredibly rewarding, with a direct positive impact on clients' daily experience and independence.
• Client Centered: Cerebral Palsy Research Institute and an experienced team support you to provide evidence-based intervention focused on achieving the client's goals
• Career Growth: a diverse range of career pathways are possible for you including research, clinical governance, specialisation and management opportunities
• Flexibility: you will work in both the clinic and community with options for part time, full time, compressed hours or negotiated start/finish times that work for you.

What We Offer?

• Salary: clinical salaries are graded with an approximate range of $80-140k incl super including tax free packaging; for more information, please discuss with our recruitment team.
• Investment in YOU: receive professional development opportunities valued up to $20,000 in your first year and $10,000 each year after that.
• Relocation allowance: if you're moving for this role, we offer an allowance of up to $5,000, T&Cs apply
• Tax Benefits: reduce your taxable income further with an optional $2,650 through the meals and entertainment benefit.
• Discounted Gym Membership: access to Fitness Passport membership for you and your family
• A Generous Leave Policy: Enjoy up to 3 additional days of leave, 12 weeks of parental leave, 2 weeks of partner leave, compassionate leave, and options for additional pre-paid leave.

Eligibility Criteria

• Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of current AHPRA registration.
• A current driver's license and your own vehicle

Our Values

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance we champion diversity and equitable opportunities for people with disabilities and lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.

We are passionate, respectful, ethical, curious and courageous. Great Minds Think Differently.

More Information About Working For CPA

For the safety of staff and clients we have assessed that this role requires a medium level of physical functionality, more details can be found here.

Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds and advocates for the rights of clients, we are a child safeorganisation and all workers must adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.

CPA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people with diverse lived experience and will happily accommodate reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

We have assessed this role type as requiring a Medium level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. For more information on what that may mean for this role please click here.

Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safeorganisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.