Occupational Therapy Assistant | Albany WA
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Roshana Pty Ltd is a privately owned provider of Aged Care, Home Care, Mental Health Care and Disability Support Services.
Our head office is based in WA, and we own and operate facilities in WA, VIC, QLD and NSW.
Established in 2001, Roshana Care Group has been at the forefront of providing Aged Care and Mental Health Care for over 20 years, with a commitment to high standards.
About the Role
Working under the direction of the Facility Manager, this position is responsible for the person-centred implementation of leisure, lifestyle and therapy activities with the residents within the Aged Care Facility.
The functions of this position are to promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of residents, by partnering with residents to be involved in the meaningful activities of their life.
This role will be Monday to Friday across our Gwen Hardie and Annie Bryson facilities from 9am to 4pm for 4 days and 9am to 5pm for 1 day, per week.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plans for and implements meaningful activity that recognizes resident preferences, including personally significant cultural and spiritual practices, to enhance and optimise their wellbeing.
- Follows residents’ care plans in the provision of person-centred support during leisure, lifestyle and therapeutic activity.
- Supports residents to follow infection control and other relevant safety practices.
- Optimizes resident cooperation by actively building trusting relationships with individuals that are based on dignity and respect.
- Monitors for and reports deterioration of resident health and/or function.
- Works collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to organize and facilitate communal celebrations and other special events including fundraising activities.
Skills, Attributes and Experience
- Completion of Certificate IV Lifestyle and Leisure or Allied Health
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated understanding of person-centred principles and the ability to engage people in meaningful activity
- Demonstrated understanding of the needs of people with dementia in relation to leisure and therapeutic activity
- Previous experience working with people with dementia
- First Aid Certificate (current)
- Valid Driver’s Licence (Car)
- Working knowledge of WH&S; legislation and practice
Culture and Benefits:
- A competitive industry salary package commensurate with skills and experience.
- Initially: accommodation available for successful applicant.
(Only include when applicable)
- On the job training and development opportunities available.
- Access to Roshana Care Group Employee Assistance Program.
- Roshana Care Group respects and embraces diverse perspective, experience, and traditions.
- Roshana care Group values each employee’s contribution towards achieving its business objectives.
How to Apply?
You can submit your application by clicking on ‘Apply’ (Please attach an updated resume and a cover letter).
Please note, due to the high volume of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.
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- Do you have experience working with people with dementia?
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📌 Occupational Therapy Assistant | Albany WA
🏢 Roshana Care Group
📍 Albany