Community Occupational Therapist
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Occupational Therapist providing community-based therapy services to adults with disabilities and complex care needs, conducting home assessments, designing intervention programs, and recommending assistive technology and home modifications.
About this role
Occupational Therapist – Flexible & Rewarding Role
Are you an Occupational Therapist passionate about supporting adults to maintain their independence and achieve their goals?
Do you want the flexibility to choose your own hours and days, while making a meaningful impact on clients' lives?
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic and growing mobile, community-based service located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. In this role, you will work with clients in their own homes, providing tailored therapy services to a diverse range of individuals, including those in the NDIS, TAC, Worksafe, and Aged Care sectors.
About the Role:
This is a part-time or full time position (minimum 3 days per week). We also offer contracting opportunities for those seeking greater flexibility.
As an Occupational Therapist in this role, you will:
- Visit clients in their homes, assess their needs, and design intervention programs to help them achieve meaningful goals.
- Conduct assessments for home modifications, from simple to complex.
- Assist clients in finding the right assistive technology solutions.
- Maintain strong relationships with support coordinators, local area coordinators, and equipment suppliers.
- Write reports to document client progress, outcomes, and recommendations.
What We’re Looking For:
- A Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
- Experience or a keen interest in providing OT services to adults with disabilities, chronic disease, and complex care needs.
- Strong time management and organisational skills to manage a flexible caseload.
- Ability to complete autonomous home and community-based assessments and interventions, following an extensive onboarding program.
- A reliable car and drivers license to visit clients in their homes.
- Current NDISWC / WWCC (or willingness to apply).
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive onboarding program to set you up for success.
- Flexible working hours and days – work the schedule that suits you.
- Opportunity to work from home for admin and reporting tasks.
- Regular supervision and ongoing professional development.
- Generous professional development budget to support your growth.
- Attractive remuneration package with achievable billing targets and support to meet them.
For more information please reach out to Camille at camille@mediix.com.au
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