Community OT: Independent Caseload, No Weekend Work

Laura Fergusson Trust Wellington; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laura Fergusson Trust Wellington invites an Occupational Therapist to work in the greater Wellington community, with on-site duties in Lower Hutt. You will assess, treat and support clients with brain injury or complex disabilities to regain independence and meaningful daily participation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Allied Health colleagues, ongoing progress monitoring, and equipment/education provision to enhance wellbeing in a supportive residential and community setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy; NZ Practising Certificate preferred.
• Two years clinical experience or more.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat clients in the community to restore independence and participation.
• Interventions, equipment provision, and client education for rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with Allied Health staff in an interdisciplinary team.
• Manage your own caseload and monitor client progress.

Skills

Caseload management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Independent practice

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Laura Fergusson Trust Wellington invites an Occupational Therapist to work in the greater Wellington community, with on-site duties in Lower Hutt. You will assess, treat and support clients with brain injury or complex disabilities to regain independence and meaningful daily participation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Allied Health colleagues, ongoing progress monitoring, and equipment/education provision to enhance wellbeing in a supportive residential and community setting.