Occupational Therapist / Kaihaumanu Mahi

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

Situation Vacant Occupational Therapist / Kaihaumanu Mahi – Community Team

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist. This position is based in the community (greater Wellington region) and on-site at Laura Fergusson Trust in Lower Hutt. This role will work with clients with brain injury or other complex disabilities/injuries.

What’s in it for you?

• Manage your own caseload independently
• No weekend work
• Make a difference in people’s lives!

Education

This role involves a variety of clinical work (assessment, intervention, innovation, equipment, and education) for injury-related rehabilitation to restore clients’ independence & ability to participate in their everyday life:

• Supporting clients to adjust to changes & challenges in their lives
• Monitoring and reporting client progress
• Assisting clinical aspects within our residential service include assessing and treating clients to achieve independence and wellbeing
• Collaborating with other Allied Health staff through our interdisciplinary team

Nga taonga kei roto I tou kete matauranga | What you bring

The Successful Applicant Will Have

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience
• NZ Practising Certificate
• NZ full driving licence
• NZ citizen, resident or holder of a work visa

E pā ana ki a tatou | About us

We are an independent, charitable provider of residential care for those living with disability. We are driven to help our clients achieve independence and self-determination and strive to inspire opportunities for belonging.

Ngā mātāpono | Our Values

• Empathy, Aroha - We are kind, and have a desire to know and understand others
• Embracing Diversity, Kanorau Awhitanga - We respect people, value difference and are committed to equity
• Courage, Kia Maia - We are prepared to change and lead the way by being the best we can be