Graduate Occupational Therapist (Expression Of Interest)

About us:

Horizon Allied Health, has been around for over a decade and keeping things simple is preferred. 

In this job advert you won’t find a fancy video or website of how big we are, the number of staff we have or retreats our staff attend. 
Our employees are our most valued asset. Investing in our staff and having clear career pathways whether these evolve organically or forged specifically is important to our company’s growth and for service excellence. 

We do not have a revolving door of OTs passing through the practice.

We are a stable team of Occupational Therapists with most of our OTs, working at the company for several years. 

We value our great company culture that we have built, and would like you to join us, but if joining a large company with lots of bells and whistles is something that appeals to you then (this is probably the last thing I should be writing when advertising a job) we may not be a fit for you. 

About the role:

Are you a new Graduate Occupational Therapist with less than one year’s experience? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with learners at a clinic and within their natural environment? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment? If the answer is yes, then we have the perfect role for you!

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join us on a part-time basis (3-4 days per week) or full-time basis. The  Therapy Centre is located in Laverton North near the corner of Leakes Road and Leveret Road, within 20 km of Melbourne CBD. The centre has lots of parking, and its central location makes it an easy commute to the suburbs of Point Cook, Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Truganina and Tarneit and is easily accessed via the Western Ring Road (M80) to the neighbouring suburbs of Deer Park, Yarraville, Foorscray, St Albans and Sunshine. 

In the role, you will participate in a 12 month program designed to provide opportunities to assist you with the transition from student to clinician. Daily clinical supervision will be provided by a Senior Occupational Therapist. Ample opportunities to shadow your supervising Occupational Therapist will assist you to settle into the role and grow your clinical skills and experience. 

In the role, the applicant will develop skills to:

• Work with children who have challenges with gross, fine motor, perception, self- care and sensory issues to reach their full potential. 
• Run perceptual motor group sessions at school.
• Consultation with school based team to achieve learner outcomes.
• Develop therapy plans to support children to achieve their goals in consultation with a senior Occupational Therapist.
• Learn to administer a range of  standardised paediatric assessments.
• Write progress notes.
• Write clinical reports with support from senior Occupational Therapists.
   

At Horizon Allied Health, our positions are ongoing and salaried which means you will receive your wage no matter if you are participating in professional development activities, clinical supervision, completing admin tasks, or even having a Zen Day out with the team or celebrating a special event such as our end of year staff function.

Why choose our graduate program?:

We offer a tailored program to suit the individuals professional objectives through:

• Weekly 1:1 ongoing supervision with an experienced therapist.
• Friendly team atmosphere and culture. 
• Access to a range of resources to support your clinical practice. 
• Access to a wide range of assessments.
• Opportunities for in-house CPD and training programs. 
• CPD allowance. 
• Flexibility to work from home. 
• Flexible working days. 
• Administration staff organise appointments and calendar bookings.
• Social staff catch ups and Zen Day’s. 
• Gradual and supported introduction to independent practice:

     -  Comprehensive orientation week.

     -  Shadowing clinicians.

      - Observing assessments and treatment sessions. 

      - Assistance with all documentation including reports.

      - Assistance with session planning and feedback following sessions.

      - Daily clinical supervision.

      - Participation in professional development activities.

Benefits and Remuneration:

• Participate in a tailored graduate 12- month program.
• Competitive salary with 11% superannuation.
• Personal leave and annual leave entitlements with 17.5% annual leave loading.
• CPD allowance and paid CPD days. 
• Opportunity to have paid time off during school holidays in addition to annual leave entitlements. 

What do you need for the role?

• AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist with less than one year experience.
• Valid Victorian Drivers license and reliable motor vehicle. 
• Professional indemnity insurance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills is essential.
• Current police, working with children and DWES check.

For further information or to submit your interest, please email your resume and a short cover letter  to: *****@horizonalliedhealth.com.au

Visit our website: https://horizonalliedhealth.com.au/

Closing date: 26 April 2024.