Occupational Therapist Full Time
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Posted on:
28-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Juniper:
Juniper Aged Care is one of Western Australias leading not-for-profit aged care providers dedicated to delivering high-quality care and support services to older Australians. With a strong commitment to governance compliance and continuous improvement we strive to create a safe and supportive environment for residents clients and employees.
The Role:
We are currently seeking Occupational Therapists to join our friendly and supportive Home and Community Care team. Youll work in our Transition Care Program (TCP) at Juniper Hayloft in Martin supporting older adults to regain their independence after a hospital stay.
This role sits within Junipers Allied Health Team and forms part of our wider multidisciplinary team. Youll play a vital role in supporting our reablement philosophy helping older adults regain their independence and improve their functional abilities.
We have an exciting position for an Occupational Therapist for Juniper TCP Hayloft with 4-5 days available per week. Specific working hours will benegotiated directly with the successful candidate.
What We Offer:
- Attractive salary$47.74 - $54.54 per hour plus 12% superannuation
- Salary Packagingup to $18550 per annum tax free
- Extra Pay When You Holiday!Enjoy17.5% leave loadingevery time you take annual leave.
- Motor Vehicle Salary Packaging-Permanent Community Occupational Therapists who work full-time have access a fully maintained vehicle through salary packaging offering convenience and potential tax savings
- Discounted private health insurance.
- Reimbursed mileage and access to pool cars
- A supportive leadership team and clinical supervision
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct client assessments to determine capabilities goals and support needs
- Deliver tailored goal-oriented therapy to support independence
- Prescribe Home Modifications aids and equipment as required to promote independence
- Play a pivotal role in discharge planning in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
- Delegate and work with Allied Health Assistants where appropriate
- Provide guidance to Allied Health Assistants where required
- Communicate effectively with clients families and multidisciplinary teams
- Collaborate across the organization to ensure high-quality care delivery
- Be part of Multidisciplinary Team meetings.
- Contribute to quality improvement and best practice initiatives
- Work across Home Care Package (HCP) Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) Support at Home (SAH) and TCP funding streams
Key Requirements:
- Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA (essential)
- Valid Australian drivers license and reliable vehicle (essential)
- Previous experience in aged care community health or rehabilitation settings (desirable)
- Demonstrated ability to conduct functional assessments and develop person-centered therapy plans
- Experience working with clients with dementia chronic illness or mobility limitations (highly regarded)
- Knowledge of aged care quality standards funding models (HCP CHSP TCP) and clinical documentation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Effective time management and organizational skills to manage a varied caseload
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage respectfully with older clients families and other stakeholders
- Commitment to continuous improvement innovation and person-centered care
How to Apply:
Dont miss this opportunity to join a supportive team in a rewarding role! Apply online today with your current CV.
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We encourage people of all ages and cultures to apply. Shortlisting will begin immediately so dont wait!
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
