Competitive Hourly Rate + Salary Packaging + Super
Permanent Part Time Roles
Meadow Springs, WA
Our organisation is nearly 100 years old and built on foundations of care and support, core values that still stand strong throughout all our services today.
To this end, we are proud of our heritage, the services we deliver and our people!
Our core values of Respect, Care and Honesty underpin who we are, our behaviours and how we operate, we call this The RAAFA Way!
We have an amazing culture, led by our people who make a real impact to the lives of those we care for every single day.
We aim to create communities open to all.
Our Seniors Living services are connected and offer a continuum of care to people living across our seven large, active and vibrant retirement living estates.
Whether it's one of our five warm and welcoming residential aged care homes or our in-home individualized care and services provider, RAAFA Connect, we are in the business of people looking after people.
We have a fantastic opportunity at our McNamara Lodge facility at the Meadow Springs Estate in Meadow Springs, Mandurah for an out-of-the-box and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist!
As an Occupational Therapist with RAAFA, you will understand the physical and psycho-social needs and issues of our residents and deliver exceptional care in the way of implementing occupational therapy programs including group and individual activities.
You will also be required to supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and volunteers who are assisting with therapy programs, complete documentation and reporting in relation to this role and communicate with Allied Health and Clinical Teams on the outcome of programs for our residents.
Benefits to you:
Competitive Rates - RAAFA continues to support our people with above award rates across our facilities!
Salary packaging – as a non-profit organisation, you can salary package up to $18,549!
Penalty Rates - earn penalty rates on afternoon, night and weekend shifts!
Free onsite parking – all sites have free onsite parking with plenty availability!
Career & Development Paths – RAAFA offers various ongoing career development opportunities!
Employee Assistance Program - Access confidential counselling services for personal or work related issues!
Employee Referral Program - earn bonuses for recommending friends!
Discounted Services - including health insurance and gym membership!
Corporate Zoo Membership - Visit Perth Zoo for free!
Supportive culture - be welcomed into an organisation who provide a supportive, friendly and positive culture within all of our staffing groups!
This role as an Occupational Therapist will see you:
Assess the physical and psycho-social functioning of residents Assist in the implementation of therapy programs including group and individual activities Assist in assessing resident's needs and preferences and help develop appropriate programs in relation to the individual Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and volunteers who are assisting with the program Complete documentation and reporting in relation to the role Communicate with Allied Health and Clinical teams on the outcome of programs for the residents.
About the Facilities:
Join our team as an Occupational Therapist at our McNamara Lodge.
The beautifully refurbished 96-bed Residential Care Centre offers both permanent and respite care along with comprehensive activity programs to ensure our residents keep their bodies and minds active day-to-day.
Located in the heart of the RAAFA retirement village in the southern suburb of Meadow Springs, Mandurah, our homely bedrooms have direct access to landscaped gardens and pathways where you can take a stroll, relax, and enjoy the fresh air.
With luscious plant-filled atriums located throughout the lodge, this is a truly stunning place to work!
We would love for you to join us and help make a difference to our residents' lives.
About you:
Possess a Bachelor's or Masters in Occupational Therapy Current AHPRA Registration Previous experience working in Residential Aged Care.
Ability to work autonomously and with a multidisciplinary team.
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to relate to the elderly with empathy and understand their needs.
Demonstrate flexible decision making and advanced problem solving skills.
Excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively plan and prioritise work tasks.
Enjoy building positive relationships with residents, their families and staff.
What you need to do:
Update your resume Be eligible to work in Australia Satisfactory National Police Certificate (on commencement of employment to be within six months from date of issue) or willing to obtain one Be up to date with your COVID-19 and flu vaccinations Click "Apply to this Job" For more information, please call or email us on 08 9711 7190 or
RAAFA WA reserves the right to withdraw, shortlist and interview applicants prior to this date.
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