Occupational therapist

About Us

At Uniting AgeWell, we support older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence. We are a values‐based organisation committed to providing high‐quality community and residential services. Visit www.unitingagewell.org for more information.

Why Choose Uniting AgeWell – Bendigo

Make a local impact by supporting older adults in the Bendigo community with essential home‐based physiotherapy services.

Independent practice: work autonomously, manage your own caseload while being supported by the organisation.

Other benefits include:

• Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
• Annual leave loading
• Generous per‐kilometre reimbursement for work‐related travel
• Opportunities to grow into senior clinical or leadership pathways
• Employee Assistance Program available 24/7
• Enhanced parental leave options
• Not‐for‐profit, values‐based organization

About the role

Deliver home‐based Occupational Therapy services in the Bendigo region for clients aged 65+ accessing services through their Support at Home (SAH) package. Focus on functional independence, environmental modification, equipment prescription, and reablement.

This is an ongoing permanent position with full‐time or flexible FTE options, including family‐friendly hours and varied working days.

You will receive regular one‐to‐one supervision and support from our Practice Lead, as well as from a large team of OTs, the Allied Health scheduling team, the Operations Manager, and local on‐site staff.

We provide general support and generous financial reimbursement for professional development to help you build skills in your areas of interest.

About you

You are an Occupational Therapist with strong clinical reasoning skills, a client‐centred approach, and a commitment to continuous learning. You are motivated to deliver high‐quality care, adapt to varied client needs, and contribute to a positive team culture.

You value evidence‐based practice and support older adults to maximise independence, safety, and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Experience in Community Aged Care with clients receiving HCP/SAH services
• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical practice working with a variety of health conditions in 65+ year old clientele
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload independently
• Full Australian working rights and ability to pass a national police clearance
• Valid driver's licence and access to a car
• Commitment to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support, Trust)

Essentials for Working in Aged Care

• Current Working With Children Check card
• Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
• Australian working rights
• Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance

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EEO

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.