Occupational Therapists (Ot) – Senior Ot

The Rehabilitation Specialists have two exciting opportunities for Senior OT’s to in our team.  We have one position available in Sydney and another in Canberra.

Who are we?

The Rehabilitation Specialists (TRS) is an award winning service provider in the ACT and NSW. We provide high quality clinic based and mobile services for NDIS participants. We are currently seeking passionate Senior Occupational Therapists to join our Sydney and Canberra teams, with one position available in each team.  We are known for our fantastic team culture and supportive work environment.

We believe that our reputation as an organisation is dependent on consistently delivering on our promise to provide a high quality, effective and reliable service. Our strengths are our dedicated health professionals and support team, our diverse experience and our commitment to making a meaningful difference to achieve the goals those we work with.   We have a team of OT’s, Exercise Physiologists, Physiotherapists, Nurses, Therapy Assistants, Employment Support Consultants and an amazing support team.  We work with clients face to face at home, in outpatient clinics, at school, and via telehealth.

The Positions:

Two exciting opportunities exists for an experienced senior Occupational Therapist to join our OT team, one Sydney based role and one Canberra based role.  The successful applicants will provide assessment and intervention to our NDIS participants as well as providing leadership and supervision to Occupational Therapists, therapy aides and students. Caseload is varied and the applicate would benefit from experience working in some of these areas: paediatrics, neuro-diverse clients of all ages, mental health, adult neurological, deaf and hard of hearing, deaf/blind, intellectual disabilities, housing, home modifications, and assistive technology.  

Why join TRS?

At TRS we are committed to providing a flexible and supportive work environment where you will work with a friendly, multidisciplinary team to progress your career. Some of the benefits include:

• Competitive Remuneration - Innovative and flexible pay scale.  Senior roles attract remuneration equivalent to HP3 band salaries, with 11.5% superannuation. 
• Personalised Career Opportunities – each staff member has a plan for success where you discuss your career goals and identify the steps TRS can take to assist you to achieve them.
• Professional development and supervision - TRS provide an excellent learning environment supported by our Clinical and Innovations Director and other Senior OT’s who have expertise in different clinical streams. In the first 12 months you will participate in a comprehensive induction program, essential CPD required for your role, and in-house CPD opportunities.  Ongoing, you will participate in team in-services, clinical case reviews and supervision. $2000p.a. towards CPD in line with your development goals after 12 months of service. 
• Employee incentives - birthday leave each year, reward and recognition structure.
• Great team culture - enjoy working within our supportive and friendly environment. Our growth is a testament to our hard work, collaboration, and strong commitment to client centred services.
• Company provisions - laptop, mobile phone and access to pool cars.
• Flexible working arrangements – ability to work autonomously and collaboratively from a variety of settings once you are settled into your new role.
• Option to have a varied case load if desired: we know the NDIS space is super rewarding however having diversity can sometimes be exactly an OT needs. If desired, there is scope to also undertake some work under other schemes including CTP, Life Insurance, Medico-legals, and several workplace rehab schemes. 

About you:

We are looking for motivated OTs with a passion for helping individuals with a disability to reach their full potential. You thrive in building relationships and love to contribute professionally to a multidisciplinary environment. You are a leader, and a team player, willing to share your experience. 

You will also have:

• A Bachelor or Masters of Occupational Therapy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be committed to delivering person-centred care.
• AHPRA registration.
• NDIS Worker Check
• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check
• Current driver’s licence.
• Have a positive attitude, be a team player, and enjoy contributing ideas.
• Strong customer focus.
• Strong desire to develop your skills in an NDIS setting.
• Must have at least 5 years of clinical experience
• Roles can be full-time or part time.

Remuneration: Dependent on skills and experience, in line with HP3 public sector salaries.

To apply: please send your CV (including AHPRA registration details) and cover letter ***********@rehabspecialists.com.au our Clinical and innovations Director.  Only applicants submitting both documents will be accepted. 

Closing date: 30 April 2024

TRS is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. We provide assessment, interventions and support to NDIS participants in the ACT, Rural NSW region and Sydney.   More information about TRS can be found on our website here: NDIS - National Disability Insurance Scheme (rehabilitationspecialists.com.au)