Therapy Assistant
Silver Chain has an exciting opportunity 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
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