Occupational Therapist - Aged Care at Home

Ozcare; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 87,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Company vehicle for client visits

Mobile phone & laptop supplied

Salary packaging options

Private health insurance discounts

Uniform and laundry allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Ozcare in Rockhampton is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to support older Australians in aged care at home. You will deliver evidence-based assessments and tailored interventions to promote independence, safety and quality of life in the home setting.

Work within a multidisciplinary team to assess equipment needs, provide home modifications guidance, and participate in ongoing reviews. The role offers a supportive not-for-profit environment with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA or eligibility to obtain registration.
• Relevant qualification in Occupational Therapy and clinical competency.
• Ability to deliver evidence-based OT services in home settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
• Assess and prescribe aids and mobility equipment to support independence.
• Perform home environmental assessments and recommend modifications to reduce falls risk.
• Assess mobility and functional capacity within home/community environments.
• Monitor progress through planned reviews and maintain ongoing assessments.
• Collaborate with clients, families and other health professionals to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Strong communication

Clinical decision-making

Independence

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Client management systems

Job description

Ozcare has a permanent part-time opportunity available for anOccupational Therapist with our RockhamptonAged Care at Home team. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll support older Australians to maintain their independence, safety and quality of life while remaining in the comfort of their own homes.

Your Role

As an Occupational Therapist, you'll be supporting some of the most important people in our organisation - our clients. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you'll deliver evidence-based occupational therapy services and develop tailored interventions that promote independence, wellbeing and functional outcomes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions
• Assessing and prescribing aids, equipment and assistive technology to support independent living, including hoists, wheelchairs and mobility equipment
• Completing environmental assessments and recommending home modifications to improve accessibility and minimise falls risk
• Assessing mobility, functional capacity and safe movement within the home and community environment
• Monitoring and evaluating client progress through planned reviews and ongoing assessments
• Collaborating with clients, families, carers and other health professionals to achieve positive outcomes

Your Attributes

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated professional who is passionate about helping older Australians live safely and independently at home.

You have:

• A warm, caring and client-focused approach
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• The flexibility to adapt to changing client needs and service priorities
• Sound assessment, problem-solving and clinical decision-making skills
• Demonstrated commitment to professional standards, continuous improvement and quality outcomes

How You'll Benefit

You’ll become part of the Ozcare family, and in addition to the training and support you would expect, you will also receive:

• 5 weeks annual leave as standard + 14% annual leave loading
• Company vehicle available for client visits + mobile phone & laptop supplied
• Optional salary packaging, meal entertainment cards and novated leases
• Private health insurance discounts
• Uniform and laundry allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development and support within a multidisciplinary environment

What's On Offer?

• $43.63 - $62.94 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Optional salary packaging up to $15,900, Novated Leases + $2,650 Meal Entertainment Card
• Superannuation paid on top of your hourly rate
• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits
• Meaningful work with a purpose-driven organisation
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of older Australians

Role Requirements

• Must have availability to work a recurring schedule of Wednesday, Thursday & Friday (8:00am to 4:06pm). No weekends, nights or public holidays!
• Current Police Screening Certificate (valid within the past 3 years) or willingness to obtain.
• Current Queensland Driver Licence
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificates
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Relevant qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Proof of immunity, or willingness to become vaccinated against, Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Varicella (Chicken Pox) & Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
• Strong computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and client management systems
• Ability to travel to clients within the community and undertake home visits

We're hiring smiles. Our staff are our greatest asset and we acknowledge and thank them for their ongoing hard work, dedication and commitment to helping our clients live their best lives.

Welcoming All

We welcome everyone to become part of the Ozcare family regardless of belief, ethnic or social background, health and gender. Ozcare is the organisation it is today because of each person who is a part of it. This spirit of togetherness is reflected in our mission and values, and our commitment to reconciliation. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.