Occupational Therapist
Core
Deliver therapy, rehabilitation, and reablement programs to help Aboriginal people and families build independence and participation in daily life across aged care, disability (NDIS), and primary health settings.
Role type
Occupational Therapist / Senior Occupational Therapist (Clinical IC)
Builds
Functional assessments, therapy programs, assistive technology prescriptions, and care plans for Aboriginal consumers.
Domain
Healthcare (Aged Care, Disability/NDIS, Primary Health) + Aboriginal Community Controlled Health
Required skills
Functional/cognitive/environmental assessment, therapy program delivery, assistive technology prescription, home modification recommendation, case coordination, clinical record maintenance, culturally safe practice, NDIS/Aged Care framework knowledge
Preferred skills
Clinical leadership, protocol development, student supervision, evidence-based practice, complex needs management
Technologies
NDIS frameworks, Aged Care frameworks, Primary Health Care frameworks
Responsibilities
Complete functional, cognitive and environmental assessments; Deliver therapy, rehabilitation and reablement programs; Prescribe assistive technology and recommend home modifications; Educate consumers, families and carers on goals and self-management; Participate in case coordination, care planning and case conferences; Maintain accurate clinical records across funding streams; Supervise allied health assistants, graduate OTs and students (Senior level)
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC (with leadership/mentoring capability)