Occupational Therapist - Community Services Specialist
Newcastle/Hunter area, Australia.
A unique opportunity for an Occupational Therapist in a varied and autonomous role in community care on a full-time or part-time permanent basis.
Your role will involve visiting clients in their homes, providing comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and interventions that promote health, wellness, and independence while supporting them to continue living safely in the community.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
* Conducting OT assessments for clients with multiple and complex needs.
* Providing specific OT services and programs, including home assessments and advice on activities of daily living with recommendations involving home modifications, equipment prescription, care planning, and education.
* Facilitating and assisting in the development of health and wellness programs and groups.
* Involving clients and carers in developing care plans that are person-centered and reablement-focused.
* Providing support, education, and direction to community workers and staff to assist them in best supporting our clients.
* Submitting individual applications for home modifications and equipment in accordance with program guidelines.
* Working collaboratively with the wider allied health team, including nurses, physiotherapists, fitness instructors, and allied health assistants.
* Face-to-face clinical work and minimal travel time between clients with time allocated for administration and reporting.
Requirements for success:
* Tertiary qualification in occupational therapy with postgraduate experience.
* Current AHPRA registration.
* Commitment and enthusiastic approach towards working with clients, families, carers, and advocates.
* Experience in equipment prescription, pressure care, home modifications, and falls prevention for older adults.
* Industry knowledge of local and international wellness and reablement models of care.
* Experience working in a community setting and demonstrated knowledge of the aged and disability service system in the community health sector is desirable but not essential.
* Current driver's license and registered and insured motor vehicle.
* Willingness to apply for a police check.
We welcome applicants from all faiths and backgrounds. Our mission is to promote the dignity, life, and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.