Occupational Therapist (Commonwealth Home Support Program)- Tablelands / Mossman

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service; Tablelands Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist role under the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CSHP) at Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service serves Tablelands and Mossman communities in Far North Queensland. You will deliver high-level OT services in community settings, assess and intervene with complex clients, and coordinate care that respects culture and client goals.

You'll maintain professional practice through ongoing development and performance reviews, aiming to maximize independence in daily

Responsibilities

• Deliver high level Occupational Therapy clinical services within the community setting including clinical problem solving and effective coordination of a complex clients including assessment and intervention, that is culturally appropriate, and client focussed.
• Maintain a high level of professional practice by participating in professional development activities and undertaking regular performance appraisal and development.
• Promote clients maximal functional capacity and independence in all Activities of Daily Living, in their home, work and community.

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Commonwealth Home Support Program)- Tablelands / Mossman

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service – Tablelands QLD

The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CSHP) is a multi-disciplinary health care team. Our goal is to identify and assist the frail older person, who is at risk of early or premature admission into an acute or long-term health facility, to remain living safely and independently in their own home for longer.

We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Far North Queensland by providing high quality acute health care services.

Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.

About your opportunity:

In this position you will…

• Deliver high level Occupational Therapy clinical services within the community setting including clinical problem solving and effective coordination of a complex clients including assessment and intervention, that is culturally appropriate, and client focussed.
• Maintain a high level of professional practice by participating in professional development activities and undertaking regular performance appraisal and development.
• Promote clients maximal functional capacity and independence in all Activities of Daily Living, in their home, work and community.

For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.

What we offer:

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.

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