Occupational Therapist – Community Aged Care (Flexible FT)

Henderson Healthcare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing professional development and-?

Career progression opportunities

Administrative support provided

Job summary

Henderson Healthcare in Melbourne, VIC is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our community aged care team. The role focuses on delivering client-centred services in clients' homes to help them stay safe, independent and living well.

You will manage a community caseload, conduct assessments, prescribe assistive technology, and work closely with families and the broader health team. AHPRA registration and Australian work rights are required; flexible hours and ongoing

Qualifications

• Experience with older adults in community, sub-acute, rehabilitation or transitional care settings is highly regarded.
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist is required.
• Confident working independently with a community caseload.
• Experience with seating and assistive technology/home modifications is desirable or willing to develop.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments in clients’ homes.
• Recommend assistive technology and home modifications to support safe and independent living.
• Complete functional assessments, clinical reports and clinical recommendations.
• Develop personalised intervention plans based on each client’s goals and needs.
• Work collaboratively with clients, families, support networks and the wider healthcare team.
• Manage your community caseload with a high level of autonomy.

Skills

Independent work

Experience with older adults

Autonomous caseload management

Seating & SaH & AT-HM familiarity

Education

AHPRA registration

Tools

Seating & SaH

AT-HM

Job description

Henderson Healthcare in Melbourne, VIC is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our community aged care team. The role focuses on delivering client-centred services in clients' homes to help them stay safe, independent and living well.

You will manage a community caseload, conduct assessments, prescribe assistive technology, and work closely with families and the broader health team. AHPRA registration and Australian work rights are required; flexible hours and ongoing