Locations: NSW - Sydney, CBD, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Time left to apply: End Date: November 19, 2024 (19 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: JR138684
Job Description:Position Title: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 Transitional Aged Care Programme (TACP) Position Grade: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 (Yr1-4) Salary: $70,944.00 - $101,211.00 base salary per annum Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Professional & Associated Staff Agreement 2022 Department Name: Community Aged Care About us: St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.
Come and work for one of the largest inner-city hospitals in Sydney. Servicing a wide variety of patients from across the CBD and Eastern Suburbs; including providing care to trauma, medical, surgical, and mental health & drug and alcohol adult patients.
Based in Darlinghurst, we have great public transport links, food from all around the world and a village-like community spirit in the heart of the city.
Benefits of working at St Vincent's include: Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staffOpportunity to access a large range of clinical and non-clinical education programsSupported postgraduate opportunities within applicable fieldsCareer development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia NetworkEmployee Assistance ProgramWork/Life balanceAbout the role: We have an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic team leading our approach to the provision of quality care to clients of the Transitional Aged Care Program. The Occupational Therapist (Level 1/2) has the responsibility for the provision of community-based Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to patients on the Transitional Aged Care Program. This position operates under the supervision of a Senior Occupational Therapist. The level of direct clinical supervision will vary according to the incumbent's clinical experience and the task. The Level 1/2 Occupational Therapist is encouraged to participate in quality improvement activities and relevant research. This position may also assist in the development of policies and procedures and supervision of Occupational Therapy students on placement.
Our Culture:
St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.
Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2024_015). Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.
About you:
We are seeking a skilled and energetic Occupational Therapist who possesses a passion for person-centred care. We welcome applications from people who are positive, dynamic and passionate about positive team culture and aged care. Application Instructions:
To have your application considered, you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the 'Selection Criteria' as below. Internal applicants, i.e., current employees of St Vincent's Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.
Selection Criteria: Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent's Health Australia.Tertiary Qualification in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA Occupational Therapy registration.Demonstrated clinical assessment skills, skill in home modification and equipment prescription, and an ability to provide evidence-based interventions that ensure safety and maximize independence at home.Demonstrated postgraduate community and rehabilitation experience (e.g., neurological and orthopaedic), including the management of elderly clients with cognitive impairment.Ability to work autonomously with supervision in a team environment.Demonstrated commitment to own personal and professional development and a demonstrated understanding of quality improvement principles.Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills and computer literacy in MS Word, Email and with electronic medical records.Current Class C Driver's Licence.Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. Application close on 18 November 2024 Contact Details:TACP Manager, Alexis Cox, 0407 068 158, ******
Alternate Contact:Program Manager, Lina Belalcazar Osorio, 0499 333 834, ******
Closing Date:18 November 2024 11:59pm
Reconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment-related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at ****** Code of Conduct:View Code of Conduct
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