The Opportunity:
This role will predominantly focus on working with adult clients in the NDIS space, enabling them to participate and perform everyday activities at home, day programs and in community environments. You will also have the opportunity to work with children under the guidance of an experienced pediatric occupational therapist. Regular supervision is provided, and therapy assistants are available to support the implementation of your therapy interventions.
We are a close-knit team of three occupational therapists and two occupational therapy assistants. Our OT team currently works primarily with a pediatric caseload, but we are looking to diversify by adding an OT who can provide intervention to adult clients.
This role is Permanent, Full Time, and paid under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award with the level pending on experience.
Why Work for Us?
Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:
Hybrid work available and option to work a 9-day fortnight
Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish!
Study Leave considered for relevant courses through RTO
Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave
Essentials
Degree in Occupational Therapy
Membership with AHPRA as a registered Occupational Therapist
Minimum of 2 years' experience providing OT services to adult NDIS Participants and the motivation to work with children with a graded and supported approach
Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
Driver's licence
Demonstrated experience prioritising workloads and managing clients with complex needs.
Commitment to Continuing Professional Development, Evidence-Based Practice, and measuring clinical outcomes.
Ability to work as a collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Knowledge of confidentiality principles and WHS responsibilities.
Desirable
Knowledge of diverse cultures and community needs
Experience in facilitating training and education to clients, support networks, service providers and/or the community.
Demonstrated experience of developing and maintaining partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
Who We Are?
Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.
We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.
Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.
We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.
We welcome any questions regarding the role, please contact Meg at ****** for a confidential conversation or to request a copy of the position description.
For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au
Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.
You must have the right to live and work in Australia.
No third-party applications please.
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