Occupational Therapist Penrith, Blue Mountains and surrounds

Penrith - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Occupational Therapist - Home Care

Are you a motivated occupational therapist looking to make a real difference in your community This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to enhance the independence health and wellbeing of older Australians while enjoying flexibility support and a great team environment.

Key benefits:

Work from home with flexible arrangements; no weekends or shift work
Competitive salary plus generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
Ongoing professional development clinical supervision and mentoring to support your growth
Family-friendly benefits including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) wellness initiatives and Fitness Passport
Reward and recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
Be part of an organisation that genuinely cares for clients and staff
Use your clinical skills to help people live independently at home

About the role:

BaptistCare is one of Australias largest home care providers and a leader in service quality and innovation. We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in Penrith Blue Mountains and surrounds.

You will deliver evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to clients under aged care funding programs with a focus on reablement and restorative care. Your work will help older people maintain or regain independence mobility and confidence to remain living at home.

Your team

You will be joining an established and supportive group of health professionals who share a passion for helping older Australians live well. Guided by our unique Well-Living approach

we empower clients to live their best possible lives at home surrounded by the people community and memories they love most. Together we help people feel loved valued and respected every day

About you

Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
Demonstrated abilityto assess occupational therapy needs and develop individualised programs for aged care clients in the community
Postgraduate experience in aged care rehabilitation or community settings
Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models
Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated computer literacy
Alignment with BaptistCares values and mission
Current first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)

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 Amanda Lancasterfor 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 are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.

Required Experience:

Occupational Therapist - Home CareAre you a motivated occupational therapist looking to make a real difference in your community This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to enhance the independence health and wellbeing of older Australians while enjoying flexibility support and a great te...