Life With Us:

If you enjoy working with people and their families during some of the most stressful periods of their lives to make a difference, then this job is for you.

Who are we? The Northern Area Mental Health Service (NAMHS) provides a comprehensive range of specialist mental health services to people who reside in the local government areas of Darebin and Whittlesea.

Clinical Programs provided by the NAMHS include:

• Adult Community Services (2 Community Teams)
• Adult Acute Inpatient Service (50 beds)
• EMH (including PACER) and Consultation and Liaison Psychiatry Service at the Northern Hospital
• Community Care Unit
• Prevention and Recovery Care Service (PARC)

A Job To Be Proud Of:

Are you the person we are looking for?

• Engage and build a therapeutic alliance with the consumer and understand the needs and preferences of the person and their carers/family 
• Provide recovery oriented assessment and intervention in collaboration with people presenting with complex and enduring mental illness 
• Provide time limited goal focused on intensive community-based interventions and outreach support as clinically indicated to consumers and their families 
• Provide discipline specific consultations, assessments and evidence-based interventions to assist in better outcomes for consumers and carers 
• Ability to work collaboratively with consumers, families, carers and other service providers including GP’s and NDIS service providers to support a consistent approach

Your Contribution: 

• Keen to work intensively with consumers on their recovery journey
• Provide evidenced-based assessments and interventions including linking to meaningful and purposeful activities in the person’s own community 
• Work collaboratively with consumers, families, carers and other service providers including GP’s and NDIS service providers 
• Provide discipline specific evidence based practice and appropriate treatment options as required

If you want to work in a team environment that encourages individual, evidence-based approaches to mental health care then we want you.

If you enjoy working in an environment where your experience and skills will be appreciated and respected, then this job is for you.

Our Commitment To You: 

• We are a values based organisation, a career with us is a rewarding experience offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement
• NorthWestern Mental Health boasts a sophisticated learning structure and we pride ourselves on supporting continuing professional development
• You don’t have to pay exorbitant car parking fees!
• Rich opportunities for professional development, training and research
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including; staff health service, peer support program and Employee Assistance Programs

Connect With Us:

We know you are out there – connect with us. If you have any questions about your application or you just want to know more about NAMHS, please do not hesitate in contacting Patrick Roe (Manager Community Team North) or visit https://www.nwmh.org.au/.

You may even like to arrange a site visit and chat with us over a coffee.

Once you have seen our service and spoken to some of our wonderful team members, you will want to be part of something special and help us make a difference

Melbourne Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, ethical practice, and the principles of Cultural Diversity and social inclusion. 

Join us to be the first in Care, Research and Learning

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working With Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.

The Roles:

• A Senior Occupational Therapist position based in Airds.
• A Paediatric Occupational Therapist position based in Liverpool (3 days a week) and in Airds (2 days a week)
• A Speech Pathologist position based in Liverpool (2 days a week) and in Airds (3 days a week)

The ideal applicants have knowledge of NDIS and experience working in transdisciplinary teams.

For more information about these exciting opportunities and to learn more about KU, please click on links above or go to www.ku.com.au 

Why join us?

KU has been recognised as a Winner of The Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.

At KU we want to make your work with us as interesting and rewarding as we possibly can!

The KU Difference:

• We Reward - We offer sector leading pay and benefits including salary packaging and discounted private health insurance.
• We Build Careers - We enable and encourage our people to grow and evolve with us
• We Grow Our People - We provide opportunities to learn, grow and enhance your professional practice through KU’s high quality professional learning program
• We Offer an Inclusive Culture - We’ve created a diverse and inclusive working culture with a shared vision and common values.

How do you apply?

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your Cover Letter and CV by clicking the "APPLY NOW" button via links as in the positions above

Applications are closing on Saturday, 21 December.

For inquiries, contact Aude, HR Generalist on 9268 3934 or careers@ku.com.au

To view other vacant positions, please visit our website https://www.ku.com.au/career

The Chiro Hub in beautiful Rosebery, NSW is looking for you!

Drop us a line, and see if we might be the perfect fit.

Ph: (02) 9317 2288 or email yazbekchiro@gmail.com

The Chiro Hub practice consists of:

• Modern practice with state of the art technology including Physiosensing, a posturography and stabilometry platform for the objective assessment and treatment of balance, dizziness and postural disorders
• Two consulting rooms
• Flexible working conditions

• Cliniko managed appointments
• Established and growing patient base
• Pathology and Spectrum medical imaging within 1km
• Working alongside an integrated Chiropractor and Exercise Physiologist

We are an established practice with an established patient and referral base, in the fastest population growth region in Sydney. We provide specialist physician advice and care to both adult and paediatric patients, and have a growing allied health team. We are looking for someone with the drive and experience to lead and develop the NDIS allied health component of our service. Working hours are flexible along with some scope to work from home. The applicant must have their own comprehensively insured vehicle and be willing to undertake home and community visits as needed. We provide full administrative support. Remuneration is negotiable and experience and knowledge of the NDIS sector is preferable.

Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy)

To express your interest, please email your CV and contact details to:

physicianmedjobs@gmail.com

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative and individualised treatment plans;
• Provide hands-on physiotherapy techniques to reduce pain and to maintain residents’ quality of life and functional abilities;
• Provide rehabilitation and falls prevention initiatives to residents;
• Undertake exercise classes such as balance, strengthening and Tai Chi classes to improve quality of life;
• Assess for and prescribe mobility aids and functional appliances to improve resident function;
• Provide manual handling education to staff and general education to residents and families

About You

• Full APHRA registration.
• Relevant tertiary degree.

Benefits

• $45 - $50 per hour + Super
• Training and development provided.

Locations

• Brisbane Metro + Regional
• Melbourne Metro + Regional
• Sydney Metro + Regional
• Perth Metro + Regional
• Tasmania Launceston + Hobart

To Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please apply online in the first instance. Alternatively, you can contact Cheyenne Kermond on +61 491 690 965 or email cheyenne_kermond@kellyservices.com.au for a confidential discussion.

Kelly Services is a Fortune 500 company, operating in more than 30 countries and territories worldwide, with 25 years history in Australia and located in every major city nationwide. We deliver staffing solutions across temporary assignments, permanent placements, outsourced recruitment and HR consulting. Our core service lines include Commercial, Healthcare, Trades, Engineering, Financial and Scientific resources divisions.

Interface are a team of hard-working Medico-Legal Occupational Therapists that are expert at assessing the care needs of individuals. Whilst we do expect you to have 10+ year’s clinical experience, you do not need to be experienced in medico-legal assessments.

This role is for you if:

• You are willing to travel. Assessments are mainly in the greater Sydney region but there can be travel throughout NSW and occasionally interstate.
• You are able to work autonomously. Most of the work is home-based and you will be given the autonomy to manage your own work hours (outside client assessment times).
• You are looking for flexible work hours. Many of our team members balance part-time clinical work in a hospital setting, others balance the demands of a family.
• You want to grow professionally and learn from other OTs. Our experience has shown that great medico-legal OTs come from a range of clinical areas and put a high value on professional development
• Your report writing ability is envied by many. To really succeed and enjoy medico-legal work, report writing is an invaluable skill. You must be able to write a report that is supported by evidence (clinical and research) and at the same time is easily understood by its readers.

What is involved in each assessment?

• A thorough review of all available medical information
• Performing an assessment of the individual’s functional capacity in their home environment
• Writing a detailed report that comments on an individual’s reasonable and necessary past, present and future equipment/treatment/care needs as well as providing an opinion as to how a claimant can restore functional independence
• Potentially attending court as an expert witness

If you would like flexible hours and opportunity to work from home, excellent remuneration and challenging work with an employer who cares and supports its valued team this may be the role for you!

If you would like any more information call Kim Love on 1300 852 072 or email kim.love@interface.com.au

Why make the change?

Explore the Hinchinbrook lifestyle which includes hiking, fishing, and is close to the reef. The town of Ingham is just over an hour's drive north from Townsville and offers a unique collection of culture, fresh produce and vast green landscapes. Just a short drive southwest of Ingham provides an opportunity to discover the awe-inspiring Wallaman Falls, Australia's highest permanent single drop waterfall. A little further north of the town is the pristine Hinchinbrook Island, a nature lover's paradise. Enjoy the benefits of urban living without being trapped in a commuter nightmare of metropolitan traffic.

Generous remuneration package value up to $143,881 p.a. comprising salary range of $120,856 up to $126,105 p.a. (HP5), 17.5% leave loading, 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation. Other employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, corporate discounts, wellness programs and the EAP.

Enquiries: Narelle Pamplin 07 4433 9710

Job Ad Reference: TV330542

Application Details: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV330542

Closing Date: Sunday 05 January 2020

We have two exciting opportunities for an Occupational Therapist to support our

Maryborough Centre – 1 day per week (7.6 hours)
Crestmead, Browns Plains and Richlands Centres – 4 days per week (30.4 hours)

About the role:

• Part time roles (Flexible on day and times).
• 18-month contract fixed-term contract (strong possibility of extending)
• Provide formal and informal consultation and coaching around evidence-informed practices
• Implement an integrated, evidence-informed approach to deliver improved outcomes for children and families
• Work alongside early years educators to strengthen their practice in providing sensory-rich early learning environments
• Build linkages with local services and streamline referral pathways

About you:

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy
• Strong understanding of child development (birth - 5 years)
• Strong understanding of sensory processing theory and the ability to translate this practically through evidence based approaches to educators
• Understanding of relevant early childhood frameworks and standards
• Experience working with young children and families, particularly vulnerable children and families
• Ability to document, analyse and report on relevant key performance indicators

We offer the following benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements giving you choice about when and how work will be done in order to better manage your work and non-work needs
• Ongoing support for training and professional development
• Access to discounted childcare
• Discounted health care and access to employee wellbeing program with BUPA
• Opportunity to participate in active social club events
• Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more….

Goodstart Early Learning are proud of our inclusive work environment that supports and encourages individual growth and strong teams. Goodstart Early learning acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of all lands on which we come together. We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures as enduring, living cultures and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

If you are interested in the role, please apply via –

Maryborough - https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=96245&company=Goodstart&username=
Crestmead - https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=93721&company=Goodstart&username=

For a copy of the PD, please contact Alysse Giudice - agiudice@goodstart.org.au (please do not e-mail your application to this e-mail address, please apply directly through our website)

Auscare Group is a Perth based organisation which recruits and trains personnel to work in the community services sector. With a reputation built on quality & governance, Auscare Group provides recruitment solutions and training for a variety of healthcare providers.

With ascending growth currently being experienced we are looking for qualified candidates to join us as Occupational Therapist's and Physiotherapist's.

The following criteria are essential to progress in the stages of our recruitment process:

• Current AHPRA registration
• Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle
• Minimum 6 months experience preferably in Aged Care/Disability
• National Police Clearance (within 6 months)
• Current First Aid/CPR
• Experience in the prescription, use and range of equipment and assistive technology available for clients.
• Effective time management, organisational and problem solving skills.
• Known ability to provide clinical support and supervision to staff.

• Professional presentation and manner

On offer

• Competitive and Excellent salary and weekly pay cycles.
• On-going professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team available 24⁄7.
• Open door communication.

If you are confident that you meet the above criteria, please submit your application by clicking here.

You will be a member of an enthusiastic multidisciplinary team of health care professionals with a focus on quality patient outcomes.  Patient case mix includes surgical, inpatient rehabilitation and day rehabilitation program services. 

The role will be responsible for the assessment, development and implementation of therapy plans for ward patients (surgical and inpatient rehabilitation) and delivery of services to the CPH day rehabilitation program (information sessions and assessments). Knowledge and understanding of FIM and COPM assessment, bariatric client care and pain management are an advantage, support will be provided with supernumerary orientation shifts and training as required.

For more information please call the position contacts on (02) 6173 3715 or via email on rehab@canberraprivate.com.au

Ms Sarah Galea – Allied Health Coordinator Canberra Private Hospital

Ms Ruth Palavestra – Occupational Therapist Canberra Private Hospital

Applications open for the advertisement period of 4 weeks from 19.08.2019

For more information regarding CPH visit our website at https://www.nexushospitals.com.au/locations/canberra-private-hospital/

Our Vision through our values

We live and work by our values of “Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety, Communication”- when we strive to live by these we can connect with our clients with transparency and purpose to make a difference in the lives of others everyday.

We also aim to provide individuals, businesses and insurers the support required to ensure safe, effective and sustainable return to work programs which also assist individuals in obtaining independence back into their lives.

What you will be doing

With immediate permanent full-time and part-time opportunities available in South East Queensland (Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast) and Far North Queensland (Cairns and surrounds) a day in the life here at Essential Rehab will see you:

• Have flexible work hours to suit our ever dynamic personal and work lives;
• Provide comprehensive vocational and functional assessments and solutions to clients (individuals, businesses and insurers);
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with individuals, rehabilitation coordinators, businesses/management, families, insurance providers and other healthcare professionals;
• Provide a high standard of clinical care and assessment to achieve identified goals and health/return to work outcomes;
• Develop and implement programs to achieve goals such as Suitable Duties Programs, Exercise Programs, etc.;
• Develop and implement workplace health solutions and training programs to achieve and assist with injury prevention, risk reduction and re-design;
• Ability to access and use a shared company vehicle (Brisbane based).

Our ideal Essential Therapist would be  

• An exceptional team player with a high level of energy and passion that thrives on helping others.
• The ability to work autonomously or in a team environment with problem-solving skills;
• Effective oral and written communication skills including writing reports and case notes;
• Excellent organisational and time management skills. 
• Strong rapport building skills

As an Allied Health Professional, you will have:

• A minimum Allied Health Bachelor degree or equivalent (Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Exercise Physiologist)
• Current or eligible for AHPRA registration
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• A Valid driver's licence with access to a comprehensively insured company vehicle

Desirable things (that we can work on also):

• Experience working within a mobile or community environment;
• Experience working within the Workers Compensation Schemes (WorkCover Queensland particularly), Insurance (CPD/life-insurance), or community environment;
• White construction card;
• Working with Children Blue Card or equivalent.

Our commitment to you

Inspiring our people to feel their work has more meaning than just a job goes to the very heart of Essential Rehab. We are committed to our investment in building and maintaining a great collaborative company culture.  As a valued member of our team, some of the key benefits you will have access to include:

• Learning and development opportunities plus regular Essential team sessions where you can share knowledge and grow your skills
• A team right behind you to help out with the admin so you can focus on care
• We'll hook you up with tech and case management programs to make life easy
• Learn from experienced Allied Health and return to work team members to continue developing your career and love for your work
• A supportive team culture with regular networking events.

If you think you are “Essential” material and you have the enthusiasm, skills and experience we are looking for and are interested in this opportunity, then we want to hear from you! Submit your application today or contact our careers team via careers@essentialrehab.com.au.

Employment with Essential Rehab is subject to satisfactory background checks which may include a national police check and reference checks.

Job Title- Occupational Therapist.

Job Type- Full-Time position.

Location- Clinic is based at 37 Leyland Street Garbutt, however we are a mobile clinic.

Job Role

• Provide Occupational Therapy services to children and young adults with disabilities or developmental delays in the community.  Case load is primarily paediatric.
• Assess and prescribe equipment to enhance the independence and community participation of clients.
• Assess and provide evidence-based therapy to children and young adults with disabilities or developmental delays.
• Communicate and work alongside other services to provide a holistic therapy approach.
• Complete reports and applications to advocate for client needs.

Key Selection Criteria include

• Recognised degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Professional membership with OT Australia and registration with AHPRA.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Specific experience working with children and young adults with complex needs.
• Demonstrated experience in equipment prescription for children and young adults.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with therapists, parents, guardians, teachers and children.
• Current driver's license and use of own car where required.

How to Apply

Please send your application to admin@aspiretoachieveot.com.  If you wish to find out more about the job position, please contact Shannon Goodwin on 0448 110 174.  Applications close by 5pm on Friday 3^rd January 2020.

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is the leading provider in Australia of guide dogs and orientation and mobility services for people with vision loss.

We are currently seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Client Services team to provide professional, evidence-based occupational therapy services to support individuals with vision impairment to develop, enhance and maintain independence in their desired activities of daily living.

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Ideally 3 years’ or more experience delivering occupational therapy intervention programs;
• Current registration with AHPRA;
• Completion of a relevant tertiary qualification in occupational therapy, and skills in the context of vision impairment (or willingness to complete further study);
• A sound understanding of client-centred practice;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with clients and others;
• Ability to work under direction and to be flexible to adapt to varying workloads and caseload demands;
• Aptitude to work well in a team, as well as independently;
• Excellent time management and organisation skills;
• Attention to detail and skills in analysis, planning and problem solving;
• A current unrestricted drivers licence with a good driving history; and
• Good skills in utilising computer applications and modern technology.

Applicants must be willing to travel regularly to deliver programs in client homes or community locations, and must be physically fit to undertake the inherent requirements of the role. If successful you will be required to obtain satisfactory clearances as established by a Working With Children Check and a Criminal History Check.

The successful candidate will have access to a tool of trade car or car allowance and PBI salary packaging.  GDN also supports flexible working arrangements.   

For a full list of vacancies and positions descriptions please go to https://www.guidedogs.com.au/jobs.  For further information call Katrina Hawkins on (02) 9412 9443 or email jobs@guidedogs.com.au.

To join our friendly and committed staff please complete the application at https://applynow.net.au/jobs/GDNA6

Application Close Date: 10 January 2020

Waterskiing the Lakes or surfing famous Black Nose point. Join the Young Professionals for networking opportunities-sport, adventure & social. With a choice of private and public primary and secondary schools and South West TAFE, the combination of coastal, rural, and low-density urban living makes Portland an ideal place to work, live and raise a family.

Portland District Health is currently seeking an:

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (Grade 2)

This permanent position is available from the start of January 2020, for a suitable applicant. 

The position hours are 80 hours per fortnight, with a monthly accrued day off (ADO).

For further details and a position description please see www.pdh.net.au

Applications close: 3pm Friday 13 December 2019

Applications (including cover letter addressing key selection criteria, resume, and relevant qualifications) are to be directed to:

Human Resources Coordinator

Portland District Health, Bentinck Street PORTLAND  VIC  3305

Or emailed to: hr.pdh@swarh.vic.gov.au

For queries please phone: 03 5521 0312

ABOUT YOU:

• Energy, initiative and a passion to work in the mental health arena
• Registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist
• Experience as an Occupational Therapist in a mental health clinical setting
• A person-centred approach in thinking and practice, applying recovery concepts in practice
• Excellent knowledge, skills and understanding of evidence-based OT specific assessments and interventions in mental health clinical practice
• The ability to provide clinical direction and specialised knowledge to junior staff
• Excellent time management skills
• Develop and coordinate a therapeutic activities program for clients with a range of mental health diagnoses
• Undertake ongoing quality improvement initiatives to ensure best outcomes for clients.
• Post graduate qualifications in Mental Health a definite advantage

ABOUT US:

Mercy Mental Health (South West Area Mental Health Service) is a public mental health service supporting people in south west metropolitan Melbourne with severe and complex mental illnesses by providing acute and community-based care. Services are available to adults through acute inpatient programs, residential rehabilitation programs and crisis and community recovery-focused treatment programs. We also deliver inpatient and community specialist perinatal mental health services to women and infants in western Victoria.

Mercy Health is a Catholic organisation grounded in a 2,000-year tradition of caring for others. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Health is made up of more than 9,500 people who provide acute and subacute hospital care, aged care, mental health programs, maternity and specialist women's health services, early parenting services, home care services and health worker training and development.

Mercy Health is proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the WGEA.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Mercy Health recognises that many people want to work somewhere that is more than ‘just a job.’ At Mercy Health, we pride ourselves on our values-based culture, and offer a generous range of benefits to support you to maintain a healthy work/life balance. These include:  

• Salary packaging benefits
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Camp Australia School Holiday Program
• Career progression and development opportunities
• A range of discounts available across a diverse portfolio of financial, healthcare, travel and other services 

We focus on caring for our staff members and those important to them. We support all staff to be their authentic selves at work through Whole Self @ Mercy Health - our network group for LGBTIQ staff and allies.

At Mercy Health we pride ourselves on embracing diversity and foster an inclusive culture where individual differences are respected and celebrated. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

To be the successful candidate you must meet the position requirements as well as provide a current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.

To apply for this position, please visit the following link - https://mercyhealth.mercury.com.au/ViewPosition.aspx?id=OwlwmwKuwnWE5JFkVdSY3w==&jbc=ere

Life Live it! Occupational Therapy is a leading occupational therapy practice in WA with offices in Perth, Bunbury and Albany. We provide occupational therapy home visiting services for the young adult to older adult living in the community. Due to rapid expansion throughout the South West and the Great Southern, we are seeking a part time occupational therapist to join our supportive team and work from our Albany office.

When you join the Life Live it! team you will receive weekly educational support through professional development sessions, daily clinical support and regular supervision. The position offers flexible work arrangements and administrative support as well as a particular focus on staff safety, a dynamic culture with competitive salary and mileage reimbursements. Part time days and hours will be negotiated and you will have the opportunity to develop this role further with support from senior staff.

The therapist should have a minimum of 2 – 3 years practical experience working in adult rehabilitation, disability and/or aged care. They should be time efficient, possess strong problem solving and clinical reasoning skills and display a commitment to service excellence. Demonstrating a high standard of communication to work with staff, other health professionals and external agencies and the ability to work independently is also required.

To apply please send through your cover letter and resume to Haylee Anastasi info@lifeliveit.net.au

For further information, please contact Haylee Anastasi via email info@lifeliveit.net.au, telephone 9842 1608 or visit our website: www.lifeliveit.net.au

Key Responsibilities

As an experienced and Registered Occupational Therapist, you will be required to:

• Provide high quality Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for clients in a professional, confidential and culturally safe manner, in keeping with accepted best practice standards which include clinic-based appointments and home visits.
• Ensure integrated service delivery and follow up, coordinating and communicating as required with other relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Accurate and timely documentation of stakeholder communication in accordance with approved format
• Accurately and concisely record all customer interaction and workload management statistics to facilitate the analysis of service trends
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of a range of disabilities and conditions
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with other allied health staff within Montrose Therapy & Respite Services
• Maintain confidentiality in line with Code of Conduct and comply with all Montrose Therapy Policies & Procedures
• Adhere to all work health & safety policies and compliant within the ethical boundaries of Montrose Therapy and AHPRA

To have a chat with us about this role you must have:

1. Mandatory recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current full registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist
2. Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and/or in a sole professional in this environment
3. Demonstrated ability to provide high quality occupational therapy assessment and intervention for clients in a professional, and culturally safe manner
4. Demonstrated effective verbal and written skills with particular emphasis on interpersonal communication skills, establishing trust and rapport, maintaining confidentiality and record keeping
5. Experience working in a multidisciplinary team is preferable
6. Current CPR Certificate
7. Current Blue Card (Working with Children and Young People) or willingness to apply for a Blue Card
8. Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
9. A current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle are essential for service provision.

Working with Montrose

Our point of difference is the amazing team of qualified therapists working with our customers and their families. Being part of the Montrose community means you are making a positive difference to so many lives.

When you join Montrose, you unite with talented and passionate people who share your purpose and unwavering determination to increase quality of life for all customers. You will find a workplace that is collaborative, progressive and passionate about learning and encourage professional development as an ongoing requirements within your field.

• Great salary and leave packaging options
• Eight weeks paid maternity leave
• Modern, high quality workplaces

About Us

At Royal Far West, we believe that every child has the right to access the services they need to thrive, no matter where they live. From our base opposite Manly beach in Sydney, we provide multidisciplinary health and disability services for children from rural and remote Australia with developmental, behavioural, learning and mental health difficulties. Through our range of programs and innovative service delivery models we are changing the landscape of service provision for Australian rural and remote families.

We are passionate about working with country children, their families, schools and local health providers to provide high quality support and improve outcomes. 

The Role

In joining our dynamic and growing team, you will help us to grow and innovate to ensure more country kids can access the care they need. The role includes:

• Delivery of paediatric assessment and treatment interventions using a trauma informed, family centred and strengths-based intervention:
  • Administer and interpret assessments
  • Implementation of therapeutic programs that address fine and gross motor function, visual perception, motor planning and handwriting skills
  • Opportunity to work with highly experienced OTs, with specialist experience in the field of regulation, including sensory processing, emotion regulation and relationship-based approaches
  • Report writing and/or resource development
• Collaborating with families, communities and schools
• Working closely with the RFW Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT), including Developmental Paediatricians, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers and Speech Pathologists
• Supported by regular one on one and group supervision, as well as participation in professional development workshops.

What's in it for you:

• Opportunities to deliver therapy via technology as well as face to face
• Varied and manageable case load
• Great work life balance
• Individuals’ career ambitions are valued, offering opportunities for growth and development
• Strong team culture
• Work from home options
• Involvement in a growing service and organisation

On your first day with us, you will be able to demonstrate the following:

Essential

• B. App Sc (OT), B. Occupational Therapy or equivalent and registered as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Current Working with Children Check
• Ideally 3 years’ experience in occupational therapy assessment, intervention, case management and discharge planning of children (0 – 16 years) with developmental disorders.
• Demonstrated understanding of the main components of performance in paediatric practice i.e. regulation, engagement, fine and gross motor skill, visual perception, praxis and handwriting skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication. Proficient computer skills.

Nice to have:

• Experience working with children/adolescents with an Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ODD, ADHD
• Knowledge of early life trauma and/or experience working from a trauma-informed approach as well as a desire to help children with significant behavioural difficulties
• Able to work both collaboratively and autonomously
• Interest in gaining experience in Telecare (Telehealth)
• Experience in teacher and parent training

CULTURE

Royal Far West Core Values:

Respect- We value diversity and are sensitive in relationships and to differences.

Integrity- We are open, honest and accountable. We do what we say we will do.

Care- We foster an environment that is supportive and without judgement.

Energy-We apply ourselves energetically, are resilient and encourage innovation

Royal Far West is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

WHERE WE ARE

Located in beautiful Manly, we can be accessed by bus, ferry or car. For more information go to https://www.royalfarwest.org.au/contact/

BENEFITS

An attractive remuneration of base salary + 9.5% superannuation and salary packaging will be offered to the successful candidate.

Royal Far West is a rewarding, meaningful and inspiring workplace which offers a diverse work experience, a knowledgeable health care team and existing projects and initiatives. We strive for a positive and committed workplace culture.

Salary Packaging

Salary packing allows part of your wages to be paid as a reimbursement of your personal expenses and no income tax is payable on this money. In effect, part of your wage is paid tax free each pay day.  For more information go to: https://www.salary.com.au

Work life balance

At Royal Far West we acknowledge the diverse commitments of our employees outside of work and can offer flexible working arrangements to accommodate the needs of these individuals.

For further information please contact Dagney Hopp, MultiDisc Clinical Manager (OT, Dietetics, Orthoptist) on 02 8622 6813.

To apply for this position, please follow the link to apply on our careers page https://royalfarwest.elmotalent.com.au/careers/careers/job/view/63

Closing Date: 14 January 2020

About the position

This position will require the delivery of high-quality OT assessment and therapeutic interventions, the preparation of high-quality OT reports around access, capacity building and reviews for NDIS participants.

You may also be required to provide professional advice and consultation to staff from within RFQ and external organisations, as well as participate in supervision and ongoing professional development.

We currently require new team members in Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Maryborough and Hervey Bay.

Requirements include

• Relevant tertiary degree qualification 
• Registration or membership with appropriate registration authority or association
• A strong sense of professional boundaries and integrity
• Current driver’s licence and access to a registered roadworthy and insured vehicle (minimum third-party property)
• Smart phone to be used for work purposes 

The successful applicant will have

• High level of skills in providing OT assessments, individual and group therapeutic interventions
• High level communication skills - oral and written with internal and external stakeholders, consumers, carers and staff
• Experience as an OT working in mental health in community government or non-government sector 
• Knowledge of or ability to gain understanding of NDIS context
• Ability to work individually as well as part of a team

About RFQ

Richmond Fellowship Queensland (RFQ) was founded in 1974 and is part of a world-wide movement founded in Richmond, England in 1959.

Today, RFQ provides a diversity of evidence-based psychosocial recovery and allied health services. From working in acute mental health wards and correctional facilities and supporting discharge and release pathways, to keeping people healthy in the community, including through therapeutic supports, RFQ’s vision captures the passion and conviction of our work: A future recovered for people facing mental health challenges and social disadvantage. This statement of hope is also captured in RFQ’s logo, Recovered Futures.  Our RFQ community inspires and reassures people in recovery that there is hope and a future.

Benefits of working with RFQ

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 / FBT year including entertainment benefits, mortgage review service and personal parking expenses
• Comprehensive support infrastructure - mobile Client Information Management System, Employee Assistance Program (available for staff and their family) and learning & development opportunities

Applications

Please submit your application (maximum two pages), addressing full list of selection criteria, skills and attributes outlined on the position description, together with your resume identifying two referees (including current report).

To apply please visit https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ni/RFQ112-health-practitioner-occupational-therapist

Further information about the role can be obtained by contacting Allied Health Service Manager, Anneliese Russell on 0456 600 123.

Applications close 31 December 2019 however, will be considered upon receipt.

RFQ is committed to diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from people with a lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.