Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing disability and therapy services for children, adolescents and adults in the Northern Territory. We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life, and we are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.
About the role Based in Darwin (NT), we are looking for a New Graduate Occupational Therapist to deliver occupational therapy services utilising a person-centred approach that promotes choice and control to participants in relation to their NDIS goals. You will also have the opportunity to consolidate your skills, grow your caseload and flourish in your first professional role.
Responsibilities include: Working in a culturally diverse environment, providing a contemporary, evidence-based occupational therapy service, including assessment, treatment planning and evaluation, for people presenting with a wide range of conditions and syndromes.Provide independent, specialist and clinical input into therapy program planning, development and delivery of core business.Ability to implement WHS, Risk Management and Quality Assurance requirements.Contribute to the development of individual and group programs within Carpentaria Therapy Service areas.Maintain internal and external stakeholder communication.About you This position is open to candidates seeking either full-time or part-time employment. We are looking for someone with demonstrated knowledge of best practice for Paediatric and/or Adults Occupational Therapy assessment, assistive technology prescription and training, including environmental modification and upper limb management.
You will have sound interpersonal and written communication skills, demonstrated clinical experience in supporting clients to achieve goals working in a person/family centred practice model.
In addition, you will be able to demonstrate:
Undergraduate or Post Graduate qualifications in Occupational Therapy.Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).You will also need to hold (or have the ability to obtain) a current Ochre Card, Criminal History Check, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, First Aid certificate, evidence of Australian work rights, and an NT Drivers Licence.
Why work with us? We provide a positive work environment that encourages and promotes work/life balance, a sense of humour and having fun. In this role you will work with an awesome team who will encourage and inspire you to develop and progress your skills and career, whilst supporting Territorians with disabilities to live their best life.
This position offers a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in the disability field, with opportunities for ongoing clinical support, supervision, leadership and professional development.
We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary).5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading.$1,500 professional development allowance per year.Relocation assistance available for interstate candidates.Comprehensive induction program and shadowing of all disciplines.Latest technology including iPad, laptop, sit-stand dual screen workstation, and high quality therapy assessment resources.Access to internal professional development mentoring and resources (including case meetings, team projects, specialist interest groups).Support to access PHN Professional Development grants.Opportunity to be part of our remote clinical team and deliver services across remote NT communities.Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits.Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Free on-site carparking.Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity and fairness and is safe, inclusive, and collaborative. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all abilities, the LGBTQ+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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