Occupational Therapist

Direct Focus Solutions (DFS) is a multidisciplinary practice providing allied health, disability and community supports, and an extensive range of clinical therapies. We are currently seeking a talented and highly motivated individual to join our clinical team in Wollongong as an Occupational Therapist.

Benefits of working with DFS:

• Competitive salary, inclusive of additional entitlements according to experience
• Professional development allowance provided
• Reimbursements for client travel will be provided
• Comprehensive and supported training, professional development, and mentoring
• Flexibility and work-life balance that prioritises your own health and wellbeing
• Opportunity to engage with and be supported in your areas of interest
• Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment that prioritises collaboration
• Be supported by the latest therapy resources and assessment tools

About this Role:

As an Occupational Therapist at DFS, you will have the opportunity to join a passionate and diverse multidisciplinary team within an NDIS registered provider that strives to deliver positive outcomes through a strengths-based approach. Your colleagues will include practitioners from diverse fields such as psychology, social work, behaviour support, speech pathology, and neurofeedback training. Successful applicants will be fully supported by our multidisciplinary team to receive any required training, supervision, and mentoring that may be needed to enhance the applicant’s professional development and allow them to excel in their areas of interest and expertise.

Within this role, you will have the opportunity to support clients and NDIS participants from a wide variety of backgrounds, ages, cultures, communities, and abilities to enable meaningful changes to their lives. In addition to our clinic in Wollongong, you will be able to work with individuals across a diverse range of settings within the Illawarra region, including at homes, schools, and other local community spaces.

DFS believes in providing comprehensive individualised therapy for all clients that takes into account their unique background and experiences, as well as their culture and beliefs. For this reason, we encourage individuals to apply for this position who are able to demonstrate their ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds to achieve the best possible therapeutic outcomes.

Requirements:

• Relevant certification in occupational therapy
• Current and unrestricted AHPRA registration
• Ability to tailor therapies based on the individual needs of clients
• Willing to participate in ongoing program development
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional communication and report writing skills
• Have a passion for supporting clients from all cultures and backgrounds

Applicants must also possess, or be willing to obtain the following, prior to employment:

• Driver’s License
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• NDIS Worker’s Check (NDISWC)
• Police Check

How to Apply:

If you wish to apply for this role, please send us a resume and cover letter outlining why you’re our ideal candidate to the indicated email address.

For queries or more information, you may contact us by phone on 1300 197 949, or visit our website: www.directfocussolutions.com.au