Occupational Therapist - Home Care & Community Services
Join a purpose-driven organisation committed to supporting older people and individuals with disabilities to live safely, confidently, and independently at home. We're seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality, person-centred therapeutic services across our home care and community programs in Tasmania.
In this rewarding role, you'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess client needs, implement goal-focused interventions, and support meaningful engagement in daily living. If you're passionate about empowering people to live their best life at home, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct holistic OT assessments addressing physical, psychological, functional, social, and environmental needs.
* Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to enhance independence in personal, domestic, and community activities of daily living.
* Provide recommendations for home modifications, equipment, assistive technology, and adaptive strategies.
* Support clients through education, tailored therapy plans, and ongoing follow-up.
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to maximise clients' skills and promote safe, independent living.
* Liaise with families and carers to provide guidance on effective support strategies.
* Maintain accurate documentation, client statistics, and reporting in line with organisational and professional standards.
* Contribute to continuous improvement, service development, and quality initiatives.
* Participate in supervision of students and support staff where required.
* Promote safety and wellbeing by adhering to OH&S policies and best practice.
Requirements
Essential:
* Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) or equivalent recognised qualification.
* Registration with relevant professional bodies.
* Demonstrated ability to assess, implement, and evaluate therapeutic interventions.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
* Commitment to delivering high-quality care for older people and individuals living with disability.
* Current Driver Licence.
The ideal candidate will be based in Tasmania
Desirable:
* Experience in community-based OT, home care, or aged care settings.
* Knowledge of assistive technology, functional assessments, and home modifications.
* Experience in client education, carer liaison, or health promotion.
* Ability to contribute to service planning and development.
Why you'll love working with Respect
* Join a trusted not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years of dedication to community care.
* Enjoy the benefits of salary packaging to maximise your take-home pay.
* Work within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment that values collaboration and client-centred practice.
* Access ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities for career progression.
* Be part of a culture where respect, care, teamwork, and innovation guide everything we do.
This is more than a clinical role — it's an opportunity to create meaningful change in the lives of clients and their families by supporting them to live independently and safely at home.
Who we are
Respect is a not-for-profit care provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, personalised services across home care, community programs, and residential care. Our mission is simple: make accessing support easy, empowering, and centred around the individual. We help people remain confident, capable, and connected — living life their way.
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