Occupational Therapist Nepean

BaptistCare; Penrith; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in the UK is hiring an Occupational Therapist to enhance the independence and wellbeing of older clients. This part-time role involves delivering assessments and interventions under aged care funding, aimed at promoting reablement and restorative care. Applicants should have a degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration, along with relevant experience in aged care services.

Benefits

Comprehensive range of Employee Benefits

Flexible work-from-home options

Competitive pay with tax-free salary packaging

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to assess occupational therapy needs and develop individualized programs for aged care clients.
• Post-graduate experience in aged care services including rehabilitation.
• Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions.
• Support clients under aged care funding with reablement focus.
• Help older people maintain or regain independence and mobility.

Skills

Body Mechanics

Early Intervention

Acute Care

Communication skills

HIPAA

Autism Experience

Computer Literacy

Home Care

Heavy Lifting

Patient Service Experience

Medicare

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current AHPRA registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Home Care

Are you a motivated Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in your community? This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to enhance the independence, health and wellbeing of older Australians while enjoying flexibility, support and a great team environment.

Key features

• A comprehensive range of Employee Benefits from health & wellness to professional development opportunities
• Flexible work-from-home options; no weekends or shift work
• Competitive pay with tax‑free salary packaging
• Supportive team culture where your contributions matter
• Join an organisation that values clients and staff
• Apply your clinical skills to support independent living at home

About the role

BaptistCare is one of Australia's largest home care providers and a leader in service quality and innovation. We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in the Nepean region part‑time (3 day / week) on a 12 month fixed‑term contract supporting Penrith, Blue Mountains and surrounds.

You will deliver evidence‑based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to clients under aged care funding programs with a focus on reablement and restorative care. Your work will help older people maintain or regain independence, mobility and confidence to remain living at home.

Your team

You will be joining an established and supportive group of health professionals who share a passion for helping older Australians live well. Guided by our unique Well‑Living approach we focus on empowering clients to live their best possible lives at home surrounded by the people, community and memories they love most. Together we help people feel loved, valued and respected every day.

Still want to know more about this amazing opportunity? Please click the link to meet one of our Occupational Therapists.

About you

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated ability to assess occupational therapy needs and develop individualised programmes for aged care clients in the community
• Post‑graduate experience working in a variety of aged care services including rehabilitation and community settings
• Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models
• Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated computer literacy
• Alignment with BaptistCare's values and mission
• Current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain
• Unrestricted driver's licence and access to a reliable registered vehicle with minimum Third‑Party Property Damage car insurance

About us

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for‑purpose Christian care organisation we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with BaptistCare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be with people right at the centre.

If you have further questions regarding career opportunities please call Gemma Kim – Senior Occupational Therapist on for a confidential discussion.

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria as soon as possible. Applications may be reviewed before the closing date, which can change without notice.

We do not require recruitment agency services at this time.

Key Skills

• Body Mechanics
• Early Intervention
• Acute Care
• Communication skills
• HIPAA
• Autism Experience
• Computer LiteracyPediatrics Experience
• Home Care
• Heavy Lifting
• Patient Service Experience
• Medicare

Employment Type: Part‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1