Occupational Therapist

Frontline Health Auckland; New Zealand; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation service provider in New Zealand is seeking an Occupational Therapist to empower clients in their rehabilitation journeys. The role involves working in diverse settings, offering vocational rehab services, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have clinical experience and a passion for community services as well as a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy. Competitive salary, bonuses, and a supportive work culture are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary + KPI-based bonus scheme

Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training

Birthday leave + wellbeing allowance

Subsidised health insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' of clinical experience.
• Current practicing certificate, professional membership, and indemnity insurance.
• Full, clean driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Vocational rehab, early intervention, stay-at-work, and return-to-work programs.
• Workplace assessments and tailored interventions to support recovery.
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff.

Skills

Clinical experience

Passion for Vocational and Community Services

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Step into a role where you empower people to return to work, rebuild confidence, and regain control of their daily lives while growing your own career in rehabilitation.

About the Role

Be part of a vibrant multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth. This position offers a mix of services in clinic, people's homes, and worksites with the flexibility to work from home for admin tasks.

Responsibilities

• Vocational rehab, early intervention, stay-at-work, and return-to-work programs
• Workplace assessments and tailored interventions to support recovery
• Education and training for clients in both home and workplace settings
• Working with GPs, specialists, employers, and whānau to deliver seamless care
• Managing a diverse caseload across ACC contracts and private clients
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff

Benefits

• Competitive salary + KPI-based bonus scheme
• Laptop, mobile and vehicle provided for work use
• Comprehensive on boarding and ongoing internal training
• Career progression opportunities across New Zealand
• Inclusive culture with training to incorporate Māori tikanga
• Birthday leave + $250 wellbeing allowance (must be employed for 20 or more hours per week)
• Subsidised health insurance (must be employed for 20 or more hours per week)

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years' of clinical experience
• Passion for Vocational and Community Services
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
• Current practicing certificate, professional membership, and indemnity insurance
• Full, clean driver's license
• Postgraduate qualification (preferred but not essential)
• Cultural awareness and familiar with Te Reo Māori would be advantageous

If you're ready to lead, grow, and make a meaningful difference in people's rehabilitation journeys - we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!

Reference: 213168

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