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.
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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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