South West Sydney Home and Community, 76 Marsh Parade, Casula, New South Wales, Australia Req #613
Monday, 11 November 2024
Discover a career where care goes both ways!
Location - South West SydneyFull TimePay rate – competitive hourly rate + superannuationNot for profit employer, so you pay less tax!Exciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare! We are celebrating 30 years of providing care and we now have 5000+ employees working with us. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.
Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive OT assessments for clients, including those with multiple and complex needs.Provide specific OT services and programs, including home assessments and advice on activities of daily living with recommendations involving home modifications, equipment prescription, care planning and education.Facilitate and assist in development of a range of community based Health and Wellness programs and groups.Involve clients and carers in developing care plans that are person centred and reablement focused.Provide support, education and direction to community workers and staff to assist them to best support our clients.Submit individual applications for home modifications and equipment in accordance with program guidelines.Work collaboratively with the wider allied health team, including nurses, physiotherapists, fitness instructors and allied health assistants.Face to face clinical work and minimum travel time between clients with time allocated for administration and reporting.Ongoing liaison with external agencies and suppliers to arrange services and products required by the clients in accordance with policies and procedures.To be successful in this role you'll need:Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with post graduate experience.Current AHPRA registration.Commitment and enthusiastic approach towards working with the clients, families, carers and advocates.Experience in equipment prescription, pressure care, home modifications and falls prevention for older adults.Industry knowledge of local and international wellness and reablement models of care.Experience working in a community setting and demonstrated knowledge of the aged and disability service system in the community health sector - desirable but not essential.Current Drivers Licence and registered and insured motor vehicle.Willingness to apply for a Police Check.What we can offer you:Competitive hourly pay rate.Not-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less tax.Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits.Paid Parental leave.Long Service leave after 5 years.Additional week of leave for Enterprise Agreement shift workers.40+ Locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to move.A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds.We know you have many choices of employer - choose Catholic Healthcare where you can make a positive impact and be well rewarded.
Apply online now! Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.
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