Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapist
Core
Provide holistic, client-centred occupational therapy services in outpatient clinics, clients' homes, and community settings to empower clients to achieve their goals and adopt self-management strategies.
Role type
Allied health occupational therapist (clinical)
Builds
Client care plans and self-management strategies
Domain
Healthcare / Community health / Aged care
Required skills
Occupational therapy clinical practice, equipment prescription, home modification assessment, community engagement, multidisciplinary collaboration, health literacy education
Preferred skills
Registered State-Wide Equipment Program (SWEP) provider status, experience with diverse communities and older adults, familiarity with My Aged Care and Commonwealth Home Support Packages
Technologies
Goal Directed Care Plans, My Aged Care, Commonwealth Home Support Packages
Responsibilities
Provide evidence-based occupational therapy in homes, communities, and clinics; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including dental, mental health, and medical services; educate and empower clients on self-management strategies; engage with community groups to impact local communities.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC