Occupational Therapist

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Occupational Therapist 
Full-time and Part-time position 0.6 – 1.0 FTE

We are looking for Occupational Therapists to join our Lower South West Team. 

SensesWA Therapists have a community-based role delivering interventions where the clients live their lives, in family homes, schools and other appropriate local contexts and environments. 

You will work closely with a dedicated and supportive bunch of multidisciplinary therapists, providing family and person-centred evidence-based support to our clients. Our goal is for our clients to live their best lives!

About Senses 

SensesWA is a leading not for profit organisation, providing disability services to the Western Australian community since 1895. We work with infants, children and adults with a range of disabilities and strive to provide support that is holistic, person-centered and culturally inclusive. 

Our ‘work from anywhere’ flexibility enables us to work with clients at home, school, their workplace - anywhere they live their life - or at any one of our hubs located across the metropolitan area. 

We encourage you to apply if you are:

• New to disability and are interested in being supported, coached and mentored in your clinical area. Our Sensational Start program equips therapists new to working with people with disability with the knowledge and skills required to work confidently in this exciting field.
• Having couple of years of exprerience supporting clients in this sector.

What you will bring to the role:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Previous experience working with clients with disabilities and their families and caregivers.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to plan, implement and deliver person-centred evidence-based services.
• Comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the National Disability Insurance Scheme Practice Standards & Code of Conduct.
• Ability to manage your time while balancing the needs of a diverse caseload. 

What we offer:

• A fun, caring and motivating place to work with supportive, passionate, and friendly colleagues
• Leaders who value your contribution and share your commitment to achieving goals through challenging and rewarding work, with support to develop both personally and professionally
• A strong focus on professional development and career progression
• Support the delivery of our comprehensive ‘Sensational Start’ program that equips therapists to work confidently in the disability sector
• Flexible working conditions that work for you, including working from home
• Effective supervision and support in all aspects of clinical and professional life
• A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience
• Up to $15,900 + $2650 per annum tax-free salary packaging
• Up to 8 weeks purchased leave (pro-rata)
• 5 days and $500 professional development per annum (pro-rata)
• Up to 5 hours/ week study leave towards a higher qualification (pro-rata)
• 2 days wellness leave per annum
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Free on-site parking
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Company car use or mileage reimbursement 

How to Apply:

Click Apply Now and upload your CV and cover letter. 

Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) should specifically address your skills and experience outlined in the “What you will bring to the role” section above.

Applications close at 9 am on Monday 15th April 2024

For further information about the application process, please contact our recruitment team on ***********@senses.org.au 

For further information about the role, please contact the Clinical Services Manager – Sarah: ************@senses.org.au or 0431 726 *** 

SensesWA welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, people with disability, refugee status and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. 

SensesWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and encourages social and cultural diversity.