In the role of Occupational Therapist at Sisson Clinic, you will be instrumental in enhancing the independence and quality of life for our village residents.
Your expertise will be vital in assessing, planning, and delivering personalised treatment plans that prevent dysfunction and improve daily living activities.
Joining our team means you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of our residents, helping them reach their highest potential and live fulfilling lives.
Your work will encompass both clinical excellence and compassionate care, ensuring each resident feels valued and supported every step of the way.
Position Details:
Schedule: 3 days per week, totalling 24 hours (flexible days)
Locations: Anglicare's Castle Hill and Glenhaven Green sites
Team Collaboration: Work alongside a dedicated team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Registered Nurses
Specific Accountabilities:
Respect and Dignity: Ensure all residents are treated with empathy and dignity, providing them with choices to live their daily lives in a way that is special and unique to them, consistent with their wellbeing and the wellbeing of others.
Assessment and Planning: Develop and update plans/recommendations for residents by conducting thorough assessments, documenting needs, and reviewing as required.
High-Quality Care: Ensure clients/residents achieve the best possible outcomes by providing high-quality occupational therapy.
Team Collaboration: Share specialist knowledge with team members and inform them about changes to residents.
Urgent Needs Management: Understand and address the specific urgent needs of residents/clients, deciding on the best support strategies and implementing them effectively.
Safety Culture: Maintain a safe, clean, and tidy workplace, comply with safe work practices, participate in workplace consultation activities, and actively engage in safety activities, including hazard and incident reporting as prescribed in the WHSIMS.
What You'll Bring:
Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
Experience in Gerontology preferred
NSW Drivers Licence
About Us:
Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.
Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened.
To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.
For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable.
We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference.
People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve.
If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us!
Why You'll Love Working with Anglicare:
Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the well-being of those who serve our community, offering them the spiritual and emotional support they need.
Supportive Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and inclusion, where your contributions are recognized and celebrated.
Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and career in a role that offers both personal and professional fulfillment.
Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits - reducing your taxable income by $15,900 plus an additional $2,650 for salary packaging accommodation, meals and entertainment
Treehouse benefits and rewards, including discounts to 400 retail, accommodation and entertainment
Employee referral reward $1200
Regular individual and group supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction program
Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family
To find out more about this opportunity, please email the Talent Acquisition team at
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.
Anglicare - Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched, and communities strengthened.
Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date; Closing date is subject to change without notice.
Applicants that apply may not be contacted until early January 2025.