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SalarySuncare is committed to "Making People's Lives Better". We do this through providing innovative personal solutions that support people to live their life, their way. As a values-based organisation we want our staff to reflect the values that we live by:Innovative | Inclusive | Agile | Respectful | Authentic | Collaborative | EmpatheticOur customers are at the heart of everything we do and the experience they enjoy is critical to the success of our organisation. Every day, Suncare employees are making a difference to real people and making people's lives better.Occupational Therapist - what's involved in the role?As our new Occupational Therapist, you will provide OT services to our customers engaged in Short Term Restorative Care, Home Care Packages and other community programs.You will enjoy meeting with our Bundaberg customers in their own home to assess their needs and monitor, review and verify the quality and effectiveness of services provided on a regular basis. Your responsibilities will also include maintaining accurate customer records with supporting documentation of care plans, progress notes, customer reviews, outcome measures, incidents, and consent.This is a newly created role to support our growth in the Bundaberg region and available as a full-time permanent position (Monday to Friday), or if you are seeking more work life balance, we can offer a part time arrangement e.g., school hours across 5 days or 3 or 4 full days a week. There is flexibility with fortnightly hours, and we invite you to outline your preference in your cover letter.This is a mobile role and administrative tasks can be completed either at home, at one of our Suncare offices, or a co-working space, which gives you flexibility and autonomy.What you will bring to our team:A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration with AHPRA
Significant practical experience or extensive knowledge in providing OT Services in a Rehabilitation and or Aged Care setting
Effective interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
Strong organisation and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an inter-disciplinary team
A great attitude, willingness to learn new things, and most importantly the ability and desire to listen to customers and understand their needs, wants and goals
First Aid and CPR certificate
A valid driver's licence and willingness to use own vehicle for work purposes, ensuring vehicle is appropriately insured
