OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST | COMMUNITY AGED CAREPERMANENT ROLE
Melbourne, VIC | Full Time
Up to $110,000 + Super
About the Role:
Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding community-based role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of older Australians? We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist to join a supportive and collaborative team delivering community-based services across Melbourne.
You’ll work directly with clients in their own homes, providing practical, person-centred occupational therapy to help them remain safe, independent and living well in their own homes.
Your Caseload
- Home Care Package (HCP) clients
- Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) clients
- Functional assessments
- Falls prevention
- Assistive technology prescriptions
- Home modifications
- Activities of daily living and independence support
What You’ll Be Doing
- Conduct occupational therapy assessments in clients’ homes.
- Recommend assistive technology and home modifications to support safe and independent living.
- Complete functional assessments, clinical reports and clinical recommendations.
- Develop personalised intervention plans based on each client’s goals and needs.
- Work collaboratively with clients, families, support networks and the wider healthcare team.
- Manage your community caseload while working with a high level of autonomy.
Why This Role?
- Up to $110,000 + Super
- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Community-based aged care caseload
- Flexible working arrangements
- Ongoing professional development and mentoring
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Career progression opportunities
- Administrative support provided
About You
- Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience working with older adults in a community, sub-acute, rehabilitation or transitional care setting is highly regarded.
- Confident working independently and managing a community caseload.
- Experience with Seating & Home (SaH) and Assistive Technology & Home Modifications (AT-HM) is desirable, or a willingness to develop these skills.
- Current Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Full Australian working rights.
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Occupational Therapist (Aged Care) in Melbourne employer: Henderson Healthcare
Henderson Healthcare is an exceptional employer for Registered Nurses seeking travel opportunities in the stunning Far West NSW region. With competitive pay rates, comprehensive support from dedicated consultants, and all travel and accommodation expenses covered, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and well-being. Join us for a rewarding experience that combines meaningful nursing work with the chance to explore Australia's beautiful rural landscapes.
