Occupational Therapist

Wahroonga - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

HammondCare is currently looking for an experienced Permanent Part-time Occupational Therapist to support Aged Care Residents living in our dementia specific residential home in North Turramurra NSW

The position is 3 days per week and willing to consider the successful applicants preferred days to work

About the role

HammondCare is forming an exciting new internal Allied Health Care Team to work in Residential Care. Whilst having the autonomy to work with residents to achieve the best care outcomes you will also be part of a broader team of in-house Allied Health professionals working alongside and supporting frontline teams.

Together you will deliver resident-centred evidence-based care in an environment that reduces excess disability promotes meaningful engagement in life and strives to implement continuous quality improvement consistent with the values and ethics of HammondCare and the Australian Occupational Therapy Association.

Essence of the role

Provision of effective and timely occupational therapy to residents and the appropriate support and advice to their representatives and the HammondCare team at a service level and across residential care to meet individual needs and preferences.
Collaborate closely with residents their representatives staff and the broader Allied Health Team to assess functional care needs set care goals and provide treatment and interventions to deliver the best possible outcomes for residents.
Participate as a member of the HammondCare team in the application of the Mission and values to the pursuit of its objectives in a person-centred continuous quality improvement work environment.
Participate in quality improvement projects and continuing professional development.

About you

Commitment to engage and align with HammondCares Christian Mission Motivation and Mission in Action.
A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA.
Practical experience or sound knowledge in Aged Care.
A current drivers license safe driving record and access to your own car with a willingness to travel between HammondCares sites and services.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrated organisation and time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a MDT.

Benefits - What are we offering in return for your expertise and experience.

Market leading remuneration
Salary packaging; $15900 annually for living expenses plus up to $2650 each year for entertainment benefits.
Additional training & career development opportunities
Leave benefits purchased additional annual leave.
Reward and Recognition Program
Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
Free independent confidential counselling services wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
Exclusive discounts at MyCar; ServicingBrakes Repairs and Tyre Care Plans
Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI The Good Guys Optus Dell and Samsung

To Apply

If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare Apply Now!

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HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.

All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record checkand complete an NDIS Workers Screening check.

Our Talent Acquisition team & Hiring Managers kindly request no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. HammondCare isnt responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes

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HammondCare is currently looking for an experienced Permanent Part-time Occupational Therapist to support Aged Care Residents living in our dementia specific residential home in North Turramurra NSWThe position is 3 days per week and willing to consider the successful applicants preferred days to wo...