About the Role
About the Role
Far North is the largest registered NDIS provider based in the iconic Kimberley and we continue to grow We are a dynamic not-for-profit organisation that is founded, based and operating in the stunning Kimberley with therapy teams based in Kununurra.
Our mission is to provide high quality, culturally sensitive therapy intervention to individuals throughout the wide Kimberley region. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Senior Occupational Therapist who shares our values to join our team in Kununurra. Our aim is to be culturally aware and assist in building the capacity of the person, their families, their community and/or their support teams to develop the strengths of each individual to promote engagement within their community.
Living in the Kimberley Region
The Kimberley region offers one of the most diverse and breath-taking landscapes in the world. Hiking and swimming in waterholes in your time off - you'll never run out of places to explore and adventures to go on.
The Role
Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists in Kununurra and throughout The Kimberley. We provide therapy in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes or in the community. Furthermore, we provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company cars on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter small private aircrafts to get you to some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities.Position available:
* Senior Occupational Therapist (Kununurra)
Benefits
* Relocation allowance (within WA up to $2000 / up to $3500 depending on which state you are relocating from).
* Housing allowance and assistance to secure accommodation ($2 per hour on top of Salary).
* 20% Above Award salary.
* Work mobile phone and IT Resources provided.
* Uniforms provided.
* Professional development allowance $2000 plus five days study leave.
* Travel Allowance
* Salary sacrificing -meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay
* Generous professional development allowance and supportive supervision structure
* Use of company pool car for work purposes as well as mobile phone and laptop
* Supportive transdisciplinary therapy team environment that values you and supports your development
* Travel opportunities to some of the most pristine areas of Australia
ONLY APPLICANTS CURRENTLY BASED IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Required
* Bachelor/Masters degree in Occupational Therapy
* Current AHPRA Registration (Full registration)
* Minimum 2 years in a similar role specifically mentoring/training staff across diverse portfolios.
* Demonstrated ability to implement evidence-based and family-centred therapy services for people with a disability.
* Experience developing, implementing, review and monitoring of individual plans that lead to goal achievement.
* NDIS Worker's Clearance (or willing to obtain one)
* Current Driver's Licence
* National Police Check (less than 3 months old)
* Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain one)
* Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
Qualifications Desirable
* Well-developed oral and written communication skills
* Experience supervising and/or mentoring other clinicians
* Ability to travel throughout the Kimberley including remote Communities may be required for this position.
* Vaccinated for Covid19 (Recommended 3 vaccinations)