Occupational Therapy Clinical Lead and EducatorJob posted: 19/12/2024
Location: South West Region | Warrnambool
Job type: Part time
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Health and Allied Health
Reference: VG/1837308
As a valued member of our service, you will provide discipline-specific support to Occupational Therapy Graduates, Occupational Therapists transitioning to the Mental Health setting, and the Managers working within the Directorate. This role is responsible for the implementation and delivery of a structured learning program, organization of rotations, and other functions to provide a high-quality graduate program. You will also manage Occupational Therapy student placements and support Managers with matters relating to Occupational Therapists in the Directorate.
About the role South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking applications from a committed, enthusiastic, and highly experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Mental Health Service Directorate and provide experience, growth, and development.
You will provide ongoing supervision and support to the graduates and transitioning Occupational Therapists to ensure they have structured goals and outcomes, while maintaining a positive environment for their general wellbeing. This exciting opportunity is a great way to establish and embed a plan for workforce sustainability and ensure ongoing employment following the graduate program.
Position overview Part-time (32 hours per week), On-going positionWarrnambool CampusOccupational Therapist Grade 4 Clinical EducatorWhat you bring The successful applicant will have a minimum of 10 years relevant experience as a qualified Occupational Therapist with the ability to demonstrate excellent skills and broad experience in mental health clinical services, including a proven ability to work within a team-based multi-disciplinary model. Experience in the application of Best Practice Clinical Learning Environment and adult learning principles in a healthcare setting is very important.
Excellent written, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with initiative and proven ability to work autonomously and within a team, as well as good judgement, work planning, decision-making abilities, and organizational skills are essential. Applicants must hold a current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
A valid driver's licence is required as regional travel is an expectation.
What we offer You will enjoy benefits such as:
Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing, and additional superannuation contributionsInternal and external professional development opportunitiesOngoing clinical supervisionA range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programsExcellent terms and conditions of employmentWho we are As an organization, SWH prides itself on its values: Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity, and Leadership, and its overall dedication to the local community.
SWH respects all individuals and promotes equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds, and socio-economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, providing a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health, and aged services.
With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000, Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Thursday 9 January 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victoria Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024, with the appropriate classification of Clinical Educator Grade 4.
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