Occupational Therapist (506340)

The Role

• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team in the assessment, planning and delivery of rehabilitation Occupational Therapy (OT) services for clients and their carers referred to the Community Rehabilitation Unit (CRU) in Southern Tasmania.
• Ensure best practice standards for OT services provided by the CRU and contribute to OT and CRU quality improvement projects.
• Deliver contemporary rehabilitation interventions to maximise independence in occupational participation for community rehabilitation clients.

Please submit an application outlining how your skills and knowledge prepare you for working as part of an interdisciplinary team in providing OT rehabilitation services to adults.

The CRU Team and Service

• The Community Rehabilitation Unit (CRU) is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team and build and develop their skills and knowledge in rehabilitation.
• This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a supportive interdisciplinary team with a focus on client centred goal setting, rehabilitation planning and program delivery.
• CRU is an adult outpatient rehabilitation service working with clients with a diverse range of diagnostic conditions.
• CRU clinicians work with clients to achieve their goals in our well-equipped centre and in the client’s home and community.
• New graduate OT’s are encouraged to apply.
• Regular professional supervision and support is provided.
• Generous opportunity and funding are available for professional development.
• CRU is located at the Repatriation Centre, 90 Davey Street, Hobart

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria for this position to address in your short form application.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary

$71,441 - $107,878 per annum. Our Employer 10.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Occupational Board of Australia
• Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Driver’s Licence

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty.

1. Identification check
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

Applicant Guide

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered. 

You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For more information Contact 

Melissa McQuade

Team Leader - Occupational Therapy
Phone: (03) 6166 7***

Important information

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To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details.

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