Occupational Therapist - Northern Sydney
Occupational Therapist - Northern Sydney
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Occupational Therapist - Home Care
Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of older Australians If you are motivated by strong values and looking for a position that contributes meaningfully to the community this is an excellent opportunity to assume a role with significant local impact.
About the role:
BaptistCare is one of Australias largest home care providers and at the forefront of service quality and innovation. Due to growth BaptistCare is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for our Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) Program in Northern Sydney/Ryde and surrounds.
This key role delivers evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions under Aged Care Funding to help clients regain independence and continue living at home. Together as a team we help people feel loved valued and respected.
Permanent daytime schedules apply to this role with no weekend or shift work required.
The benefits of joining BaptistCare:
Join our experienced multi-disciplinary team and enjoy a supportive workplace competitive pay salary packaging and novated leasing rewards programs wellbeing support employee referrals and retail discounts.
To be successful in the role you must possess:
- A Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
- Proven ability to assess occupational therapy needs and design tailored programs for aged care clients within the community.
- Postgraduate experience working across diverse aged care services including community-based settings.
- Thorough knowledge of health and well-being frameworks including reablement and restorative care models.
- Demonstrated capability to operate effectively both as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in computer literacy with a willingness to utilise required software to facilitate remote work.
- Commitment to understanding and upholding BaptistCares Christian identity actively promoting organisational values through professional interactions.
- Hold a current first aid certificate or demonstrate a willingness to obtain one.
- Possess a valid unrestricted drivers licence and access to a reliable registered vehicle with minimum Third-Party Property Damage 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 Baptcare (VIC TAS SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12000 dedicated employees and support over 38000 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 onfor 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
