Occupational Therapist

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in the lives of adults living south of Melbourne city? Look no further! Our client is seeking passionate individuals like you to join them on their mission to enhance lives, foster purpose and build relationships.

At the heart of their practice lies a commitment to empower individuals to live fulfilling lives. Their collective of 10 Occupational Therapists thrive in a landscape ripe with variety, supporting growth, fostering ingenuity, and ensuring that each day allows for self-reflection and drive towards both skill and professional development. They are a multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists, with clinics in Noble Park and Dandenong. 

Your Role:

As a valued member of the team, you will step into a community-focused role, working with an adult and mental health caseload. Whilst this is primarily community-based, they also have a fully equipped clinic in Dandenong where you can assess and support clients, catch up with the team, and undergo weekly and fortnightly team PD sessions and participate in structured supervision. With 3+ years of experience under your belt and exposure to working within the NDIS framework, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through your work and delve deeper into clinical interest areas with the support of our team. Your role will include

• Designing and delivering client-focused services that emphasise functional capacity and empowerment.
• Innovate with home modifications and assistive technology to foster client independence.
• Being offered the opportunity to undertake more complex assessments associated with NDIS services including SDA/ SIL assessment.
• Create and sustain an environment that prioritises professional growth and development.
• Navigate a variety of frameworks including NDIS, Aged Care, and Private referrals with finesse, ensuring stellar service quality.

Skills and Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience with an adult and/or mental health caseload
• Current AHPRA registration
• Unrestricted Driver's Licence 
• Experience working within the NDIS framework
• A commitment to quality service provision.

What’s it it for you?:

• Fully Equipped Clinic: Whilst this is a community-based role, you will also have access to the state-of-the-art Dandenong clinic to optimise your practice. This has a fully equipped kitchen and laundry, to assist in undertaking functional based assessments, and is where you will regularly touch base with other team members.
• Expert Mentorship: Benefit from weekly one-on-one mentoring with an OT boasting over 30 years of experience, as well as fortnightly team PD sessions.
• Professional Development: Receive a $1000 PD allowance, allowing you to further your clinical skills and expand on areas of interest.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary range starting between $90,000 to $95,000 per year based on your experience, plus superannuation, monthly bonuses, a car allowance, a work phone, and a provided laptop.
• Team Bonding: Participate in quarterly team-building days that foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration. 
• Supportive Environment: Join a team that prioritises your growth and well-being, offering a nurturing atmosphere where you can thrive. Unlike others that are KPI and performance driven,

Skills and Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience with an adult and/or mental health caseload
• Current AHPRA registration
• Unrestricted Driver's Licence 
• Experience working within the NDIS framework
• A commitment to quality service provision.

All applicants will be contacted – we look forward to hearing from you.

Initial telephone enquiries can be made to Alistair McClymont on 0498 957 004

Please note that you must have full and unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered for this role