Occupational Therapist (North Metro)

A little about us:

EverAbility Group have a long and proud history of providing services for people with disabilities across Western Australia and Tasmania. Together, our team of nearly 200 staff and over 500 volunteers support our growing group of diverse services. This opens up a world of possibilities for our clients – and also opens up a host of career opportunities for you!

Our growing family of services at EverAbility Group include:

VisAbility - our specialised service supporting people with blindness or vision impairment.

Guide Dogs WA and Guide Dogs Tasmania – our iconic service raising and training life changing assistance dogs.

Kites Children’s Therapy – our early intervention support, advice and solutions service transforming the lives of children and their families living with disability or developmental challenges.

Perron Place - our innovative and collaborative community centre.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

• Contribute to an integrated and seamless model of service which reflects best practice in the provision of individualised services and person-centred approaches through the delivery of relevant therapy services.
• Monitor and evaluate the provision of individualised and person-centred services and supports to ensure adherence to the policies, procedures, and standards of VisAbility and relevant contractual obligations.
• Using a person-centred approach undertake clinical assessments of functional independence, program development, implementation, management, and evaluation of individual services, including the prescription and recommendation of specialised assistive technology equipment and aids, as required.
• Maintain timely and accurate records and related assessments, case plans and documentation of services within the Client Management System.
• Report to the Program Manager on any issues relating to or impacting upon service provision for areas of responsibility.
• Actively seek information from VisAbility’s Policy Management System and contribute to the creation and ongoing improvement of VisAbility’s processes through providing input, feedback, and suggestions.
• Contribute to the wider OT profession by undertaking coaching and mentoring of students as directed.

Skills and attributes required

Essential

• Tertiary Qualification in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Sound knowledge of current philosophy, legislation, standards, and policies relating to disability and aged community care services in both the state and national arena.
• Demonstrated understanding and practice of a person-centred approach.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills with respect to the preparation of complex submissions.
• Ability to understand and utilise communication strategies and tools.
• Demonstrated innovative approach to service delivery.
• Previous experience in a similar role within the disability and/or health-related sectors is preferred.
• Understanding of the Disability and Community Sectors and in particular knowledge related to disability and aged care consumer directed care and the application of person-centred practices.
• Ability to travel to client appointments and other locations as needed.
• Providing services to the Northern Suburbs.

Desirable

• Previous experience and knowledge in working with individuals with disability, vision impairment or acquired brain injury.
• Understanding of funding models, specifically the NDIS.
• Demonstrated experience in the recommendation and prescription of assistive technology equipment and aids.
• National Police Clearance.
• NDIS Workers Screening Check.
• AHPRA Registration.
• Valid Drivers Licence.

Benefits:
In return, you will be rewarded with:

• Free onsite parking and close to public transport (across the road from Victoria Park Train Station)
• Three additional days of paid leave as a gift to you over the Christmas / New Year period
• Free access to our gym
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Employee Assistance Program
• NFP salary packaging options – use some of your salary for everyday expenses before income tax; meaning you can increase your take-home pay!

How to apply?

If you’re ready to help us, make a difference, send through a cover letter and resume to kirsty.mcaullay@visability.com.au.

We encourage people with disability and of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply. Everyone is welcome, as we are an inclusive and diverse workplace.