At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to provide impactful therapy for diverse clients with disabilities.
- Company: Cerebral Palsy Alliance, a leader in disability support and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, flexible hours, and generous leave policies.
- Other info: Enjoy a collaborative culture with opportunities for career advancement and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in clients' lives while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 140000 $ per year.
Location: Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia
Occupational Therapist
Full time hours, senior experience preferred
Join our dynamic team in Port Macquarie:
- Opportunity to learn and grow within a multidisciplinary team alongside 9 therapists.
- Diverse caseload with about 75% clients with CP+ and 25% other disabilities (ASD, GDD etc).
- Working in a regional area provides opportunity for rapid career development.
- Well-resourced clinic with specialist treatment rooms, pool cars, ceiling hoists, eye-gaze technology, and more.
- Majority of clients seen in the clinic (about 75%) with some visits to homes or community settings.
What makes CPA special?
- Professional Development: Registered training organisation providing detailed learning journey and 1:1 guidance from a clinical educator.
- Teamwork: Join an experienced multidisciplinary team working collaboratively to provide care to clients.
- A Rewarding Caseload: Working with diverse clients and complex disability can have a direct positive impact on clients' daily experience and independence.
- Client Centered: Support to provide evidence-based intervention focused on achieving the client's goals.
- Career Growth: Diverse range of career pathways including research, clinical governance, specialisation, and management opportunities.
- Flexibility: Options for part time, full time, compressed hours or negotiated start/finish times.
What We Offer?
- Salary: Clinical salaries graded with an approximate range of $80-140k incl super.
- Investment in YOU: Professional development opportunities valued up to $20,000 in your first year and $10,000 each year after that.
- Relocation allowance: Up to $5,000 if moving for this role, T&Cs apply.
- Tax Benefits: Optional $2,650 through meals and entertainment benefit.
- Discounted Gym Membership: Access to Fitness Passport membership for you and your family.
- A Generous Leave Policy: Up to 3 additional days of leave, 12 weeks of parental leave, 2 weeks of partner leave, compassionate leave, and options for additional pre-paid leave.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy.
- Evidence of current AHPRA registration.
- A current driver's license and your own vehicle.
Our Values:
At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we champion diversity and equitable opportunities for people with disabilities and lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community. We are passionate, respectful, ethical, curious, and courageous.
We are committed to supporting inclusivity for anyone with diverse needs and lived experience. Workplace adjustments can be discussed to create a safe and comfortable workplace that supports your health, abilities, and personal needs.
More information about working for CPA:
For the safety of staff and clients, this role requires a medium level of physical functionality. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a child safe organisation and all workers must adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy research, advocacy, intervention, and assistive technology innovation. For over 75 years, we have been driven by our founders’ vision of a future where nothing is impossible for babies, children, teenagers, and adults living with Cerebral Palsy.
Find out more at cerebralpalsy.org.au
Senior Occupational Therapist in Port Macquarie employer: Cerebral Palsy Alliance
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an exceptional employer located in Ryde, offering a vibrant and supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork and professional development. With a strong focus on client-centred care, employees benefit from extensive training opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a generous leave policy, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of clients with disabilities. The organisation's commitment to inclusivity and diversity ensures a welcoming environment for all staff, fostering both personal and professional growth.
