Occupational Therapist

We are seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in Essendon, VIC. 

Position Purpose:

• Form strong relationships with clients and case managers to grow the occupational therapy division.
• To provide efficient, effective, consistent and timely assessment of these clients.
• To expand/develop programs in line with client needs.
• To provide a quality, responsive occupational therapy service.
• Follow client-centered and evidence-based practice, whilst upholding a high level of professionalism and adhering to Inspiring Possibilities standards.
• To advocate and support Inspiring Possibilities clients with reference to capacity building.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• At least 2 year experience as a full-time Occupational Therapist.
• For mobile therapists, a current Victorian drivers’ licence with no restrictions (or equivalent), and a personal car is required to be used on duty.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provision of clinical services in the community as directed by the Inspiring Possibilities key personnel.
• Plan and co-ordinate care for clients with a focus on improving quality of life, independence and capacity building.
• Provide education for client’s carers and families on various issues pertaining to the elderly and disabled to facilitate interventions when necessary.
• Prepare professional reports for clients as required.
• Documentation of all aspects of care including education, planning and delivery of client education as required.
• Attend case conferences, allocation and client care meetings as required.
• Develop and review education resources and other educational material suitable for clients.
• Performs duties as listed in the job description and as directed Inspiring Possibilities key personnel.
• Follows correct procedures if involved in work-related incidents or accidents.
• Provide up to date information on services for clients and families.
• Manages time effectively, fulfilling requirements for hours of work.
• Ability to prioritise case and workload and complete tasks and reports within timeframes allocated by the business.