Therapy Assistant
Silver Chain have an exciting opportunities for experienced Therapy Assistants to join our growing, diverse and dynamic team.. The role will see you undertake rehabilitation, correctional and physical activities as directed by Allied Health Professionals such as Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists to meet client needs.
This community role will cover suburbs from Mandurah to Rockingham.
We have three roles available.
Role 1. Permanent part-time Working each Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am - 3pm
Role 2. Permanent part-time Working each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8am - 2.30pm
Role 3. Casual role Minimum 3 days per week availability required between Mon - Fri
The Role
* Assist with allied health programs for clients in the home, within the scope of ability and training to meet client needs.
* Communicate with team regarding care provided to clients on an ongoing basis to ensure activities and care provided is consistent with changing client needs.
* Identify areas for ongoing training and development.
* Maintain confidentiality of information
What We're Offering
* Salary packaging options of up to $18,599
* Professional Development supported & Study Leave supported
* Internal referral rewards - refer a friend or family member receive a $250 e-voucher
* Opportunity to purchase extra leave
* Comprehensive orientation programme
* Devices and consumables provided to assist you in delivering care (including laptop and smart phone)
* Travel KM's at $1.03 per km if using own car
* Subsidised gym membership - $15 per week to access hundreds of different fitness venues
* Health insurance programmes - 12% discount with HBF
* Social club discounts - cheaper tickets to cinemas, theatre shows, Zoo, Aqwa, Scitech, Adventure World and more *providers subject to change
* Mental health support - up to 3 free sessions with a degree-qualified psychologist per year
What We're looking for
* Cert 4 Allied Health Assistance (or working towards) as a minimum OR be at least a 2nd year university student of either OT or Physio
* Demonstrated experience in aged care activities and/or speech/mobility/occupational and/or cognitive therapies.
* A current Australian Driver's Licence.
* Current Senior First Aid Certificate desirable but not essential
* Well Developed communication, time management and organisational skills.
Why choose Silverchain
Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It's a team effort. Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective.
We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home.
We'll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.
\"Having worked for Silverchain for 15 year, there has been many changes, but the company values have never changed. SC values provide support for their clients and their staff. As a Therapy Assistant I am supported by a Physiotherapist but independently work with clients to achieve the best outcome to keep them moving safely, strongly and in their homes. Clients can be on a package, with ongoing therapy support or hospital discharge clients with shorter more specific programs for rehabilitation, the variety helps to keep the job interesting, and the clients are very thankful, and the result of our input is rewarding.
I enjoy the comradeship between TAs and PTs as Silverchain has a culture that encourages support of each other and clients\"
Tracey, Therapy Assistant with Silverchain
How to apply
To submit your application, click ‘Apply'.
At Silverchain, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.
Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be accepted. We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process and extend or withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date