Senior Occupational Therapist - Townsville

• Join a dynamic environment that encourages and celebrates innovation in the field of rehabilitation. We take pride in our commitment to delivering excellence in every aspect of our services.

• We recognize the strength that diversity brings to our workplace. We are committed to building an inclusive culture that reflects the rich tapestry of the people we serve. We actively encourage applications from various community groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, individuals with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

• Your career journey at Royal Rehab is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to collaborate, grow, and make a difference. Our supportive culture promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and personal development.

Embark on a fulfilling career with Royal Rehab, a distinguished provider of rehabilitation services dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. Our commitment to breaking barriers for individuals with disability, illness, and injury is underpinned by a vibrant and supportive organizational culture.

Operating across three states, our services include supported accommodation, private rehabilitation hospitals, a purpose-built resort for people with spinal cord injury, as well as providing quality allied health services to the community through our specialty unit, Royal Rehab LifeWorks. 

As our Senior Occupational Therapist, your role is key to delivering the very best, person-centered therapy services, empowering individuals to attain social and economic participation in the community.  This newly created position offers a unique opportunity for a passionate individual to lead growth, deliver high-quality services, and provide supervision and peer support as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and collaborate with a range of stakeholders that support people to achieve their goals and improve their community participation.
• Implement and review therapy needs, develop intervention plans and strategies with clients, family, carers, and their service providers.
• Manage sensitive enquiries, specialist services and complex supports
• Provide peer support and development opportunities including clinical supervision and learning and development needs.
• Proactively work with the Allied Health Manager and other senior clinicians to support the Royal Rehab LifeWorks strategy.
• Actively promote and lead the Royal Rehab LifeWorks service offerings and in particular the occupational therapy service.

We are seeking an individual whose passion for delivering high-quality supports, and finding the right team fit, aligns with ours! We welcome applications from people who:

• Have experience working with people with a disability who may have a range of complex and challenging support needs
• Enjoy providing clinical supervision to early career therapists
• Demonstrate a strong interest in continuous learning and development, drawing inspiration from both internal and external sources.
• Embrace openness to novel ideas and alternative work methods, while actively contributing their own innovative thoughts and suggestions.
• Exhibit a creative, curious, and thoughtful approach to their work, fostering an environment of ingenuity and consideration.

Essential Criteria: 

• AHPRA registration
• Tertiary level qualifications in Occupational Therapy

We are proud of our diverse and skilled team of passionate healthcare and support professionals committed to delivering the very best for the people we serve. A career at Royal Rehab is the opportunity to make a difference with a progressive and innovative organisation, built on a rich history of community care since 1899.  In support of our wonderful team members, we offer a variety of benefits including:

• Salary packaging benefits: Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free, and an additional $2,650 for meal/entertainment/accommodation expenses!
• Relocation package if applicable
• HCF Private Health Insurance discounts.
• Additional 5 days leave annually.
• Free Employee Assistance Counselling Program.
• Comprehensive induction program.
• Career pathways planning with access to opportunities across the entire Royal Rehab Group.
• Professional internal and external supervision with Individualized Clinical Supervision.
• Team Spirit: Join a team of dedicated professionals passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.
• Professional Development: Immerse yourself in a culture that prioritizes ongoing professional development. We invest in your growth, ensuring you stay at the forefront of best practices in occupational therapy.
• Flexibility and Well-being: Enjoy a workplace that values work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements to support your well-being.

Please submit your resume by clicking here. Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check, working with children check, employment history and referee checks. Vaccination against infectious diseases is strongly encouraged, however not a prerequisite for employment to this position.

For more information or to find out more, please contact Team Leader – Anna Hedges via email ***********@royalrehab.com.au or phone 0403 235 ***

Please, no recruitment agencies.

Join us in cultivating a culture of excellence at Royal Rehab, where your skills, growth, and well-being are prioritized!