Senior Occupational Therapist

Cerebral Palsy Alliance; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Relocation allowance

Tax benefits

Gym membership

Generous leave

Job summary

Cerebral Palsy Alliance in Tuggerah, NSW seeks an Occupational Therapist for full-time work, open to part-time for the right applicant. You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering therapy across clinic and community settings to clients from infancy to adulthood.

Relevant OT qualifications and 2+ years of clinical experience with neurological/physical disabilities are desirable; current AHPRA registration is essential. Flexible hours and supportive professional development available.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy
• 2+ years of clinical experience and neurological/physical disability experience desirable
• Evidence of current AHPRA registration.

Skills

Clinical experience

Neurological disability experience

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

Location Tuggerah, NSW, Australia Occupational Therapist Full time, open to part time for the right applicant

Tuggerah has a team of 8 highly dedicated and passionate Therapists including OT, SP, EP and PT. We have a technically skilled, fun team who work collaboratively to support our clients' goals. We service clients from across the lifespan from infancy to adulthood, ages 0-65 with CP and similar physical disabilities, whilst also supporting a wide range of other disabilities including intellectual, genetic, and neurodiverse. Tuggerah is a well-established therapy center with a range of incredible new equipment, facilities and services, including: LiteGait Trainer, Magic Carpet, Eye-Gaze Devices, specialised telepractice equipment and outdoor play equipment. In the clinic we have 5 large therapy rooms with 1 well equipped plaster/casting room, as well as a custom seating workshop on site and a large outdoor therapy space with play equipment. There are school holiday intensive therapy groups on offer and monthly on-site equipment clinics supported by OTs and PTs with equipment suppliers. Our clinicians also provide service in a range of settings outside the clinic including client’s homes, schools/pre-schools and other community settings as indicated by the client’s specific goal.

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 $90k-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
• 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 2+ years of clinical experience and neurological/physical disability experience desirable 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.

Ready to Join Us?

We are committed to supporting inclusivity for anyone with diverse needs and lived experience. Workplace adjustments can be discussed to create a safe and comfortable workplace that supports your health, abilities, and personal needs.

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 therights of clients, we are a child safeorganisation and all workers must adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a ground-breaking, global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy research, advocacy, intervention and assistive technology innovation. For over 75 years, we have been driven by our founders’ vision of a future where nothing is impossible for babies, children, teenagers and adults living with Cerebral Palsy. Our research and innovation inform our world-class services, which include early childhood intervention, therapy, health and wellbeing, sports, assistive technology, independence skill building, supported accommodation and employment services. Find out more at cerebralpalsy.org.au