Level 4 Occupational Therapist – Program Therapy Team – NSW Residential Eating Disorders Centre (REDC) Hunter New England Local Health District Requisition #: REQ520704
Remuneration: $
Applications Close: Monday 7th October 2024
About the role: In 2024, Hunter New England Local Health District will be opening baiyangbaiyaang, a statewide, comprehensive eating disorder treatment service comprising of a residential eating disorders centre (REDC) located in Charlestown and an Eating Disorder Day Program located in Newcastle.
Comprehensive and collaborative client care, including assessment of occupational functioning to inform recovery-oriented care plans which address the functional impacts of the clients eating disorder. Designing, delivering and evaluating specialist OT interventions (individual and group). Providing leadership in the ongoing design and delivery of the group program for maximum therapeutic benefit. Collaborative and individualised planning and preparation for discharge. Optimising opportunities for occupational engagement within baiyangbaiyaang and also through establishing networks and linkages with community. Providing support and supervision of less experienced baiyangbaiyaang staff members and consultation/engagement with broader HNE MH Occupational Therapy network. You will be linked with the Occupational Therapy clinical network of Hunter New England Mental Health, including linkage with the Occupational Therapy Head of Discipline, regular professional network meetings, access to regular supervision, ongoing education and professional development relevant to the role.
Our skilled level 5 OT will be working onsite and available for ongoing guidance and discipline specific support, as well as a level 3 Occupational Therapist within our therapeutic team.
Orientation to the role will include whole of service training and team building. This will be provided prior to program commencement hence all members of the team will commence on the same day.
This position will be operational 7 days each week with flexible rostering including occasional weekend/evening work on a rotating roster.
Where you'll be working: The NSW Residential Eating Disorders Centre, a brand new, purpose-built 12 bed facility, will provide an innovative model of care for people 16 years and over with an eating disorder, in a homelike environment. A skilled multidisciplinary team will provide an intensive program of individual and group interventions, using a rehabilitation framework. Interventions will focus on specialist treatment for eating disorders together with addressing psychosocial disruption and overall quality of life. The Eating Disorder Day Program service offers a group therapy program 4 days per week and is designed as an adjunct to ongoing care. Clients benefit from meal support at breakfast, morning tea and lunch as well as education and skills-based groups supporting clients to tackle challenges and build a life worth living.
About You: We are looking for someone who is able to work in a collaborative way, demonstrating warmth and compassion for others. Being experienced and competent in the treatment of eating disorders, you will have exceptional interpersonal skills and a flexible approach. You will be passionate about improving services for people with an eating disorder and confident in the value of occupation in recovery.
Benefits: ADO's each month (for full time employees). Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members. Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals. Requirements: Must hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy and general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Eligible to drive in NSW. Must hold a valid Working with Children Check. Additional Information: To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. This position is full time; however, part time arrangements will be considered (minimum 4 days per week). An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
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