The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service based in Bunbury which provides a variety of health services to Aboriginal people in the South West, Great South, Upper wheatbelt and Peel Regions of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of Services including: GP Clinics, Primary Health Care, Counselling, NDIS and community host various programs. SWAMS has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development.
About the role
The primary purpose of the Physiotherapist role within SWAMS is to work within a multidisciplinary team providing assessments and coordination of physiotherapy programs including their ongoing evaluation, to improve or maintain levels of physical function for SWAMS clients, particularly those engaged with our Community Services, such as NDIS and aged care programs.
A portion of the role is currently dedicated to clinical physiotherapy.
About you
This role will suit someone who is passionate about improving health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal communities. You will have experience within a leadership position and enjoy working daily with a team. You will bring the following experience and qualifications:
Essential Criteria
* Tertiary qualification Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) or similar, eligible for full membership of AHPRA or the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA)
* Clinical practice skills in rehabilitation assessment and intervention.
* Demonstrated understanding of privacy and confidentiality issues.
* Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to function independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Demonstrated high level of written, interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to be flexible and manage case load and time effectively\
* Ability to travel throughout the Southwest and Bindjareb (Mandurah) regions.
Desirable Criteria
* Experience in providing culturally appropriate support services, including case management, advocacy and supports to Aboriginal people
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply
* Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislative requirements.
Why SWAMS?
Along with working with passionate people and being able to feel like you have contributed to something every day, SWAMS offers the following:
* 17.5% leave loading
* Up to $18,550 salary packaging options and novated leasing options
* Discounted gym memberships
* Uniforms supplied
* Generous leave allowances
* Professional development opportunities
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To Apply
At SWAMS, child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to the wellbeing of all children and young people, with zero tolerance for abuse. All team members have a legal and moral duty to ensure a safe environment and are required to undergo a National Police Clearance. Roles involving direct contact with children also require a valid WA Working with Children Check as part of our pre-employment screening.
In addition to this all applicants require satisfactory completion of a Drug and Alcohol test. Unsatisfactory pre-employment checks will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
To apply for this role please follow the online application process of this platform or email your application through to: . We also welcome you to drop your resume to our office at 30 Wellington Street, Bunbury.
Please note: SWAMS is closed 19 Dec – 5 Jan for the Christmas period. Applications are welcome and will be reviewed after we return. Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season.
This position will close in 30 days from the advertised date, being the 14th January 2025. Please ensure all applications are received before this date.