Occupational Therapist

About the business

Everglow Community Care Links Incorporated is one of North Queensland's largest not for profit community care providers. We are an Aged Care provider with a reputation for cultural leadership and innovation.

We employ over 100 staff and provide assistance to over 1,200 clients in Ingham, Townsville and Ayr.

With a heritage spanning over 35 years, we are proud of our history and we are also excited about our future. 

Qualifications & experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Valid Australian drivers' license.
• Previous experience working in a community setting - preferred.
• Previous experience in home modifications and equipment prescription.
• Ability to use a reablement/restorative model of care to enhance the independence of our client's, and to facilitate them to remain living in the community.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Highly organised, strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Assess, plan and implement OT services with consideration of program guidelines and client goals.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge in equipment and home modifications.
• Work with families/care providers by providing ongoing support, education and training.
• Quality and timely completion of documentation and reports.
• Assess and provide appropriate home modification recommendations aligned with Australian Standards to improve client safety and independence.
• Liaise with families, specialist services and other stakeholders as appropriate.

Benefits and perks

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a fulfilling and purposeful career, and the ability to work for one of the largest private not for profit community aged care providers in North Queensland.  Other benefits include:

• Competitive salary.
• Access to salary packaging in line with our NFP status.
• Business systems and technology that actually works and makes your job easier.
• Continued professional development.