At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide culturally appropriate OT services to NDIS participants in diverse community settings.
- Company: Join the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health, a leader in Aboriginal health care.
- Benefits: Part-time role with in-house training, wellness activities, and community event participation.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming applications from all backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant OT degree, AHPRA registration, and a current Yellow Card.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
About Us?
The Institute for Urban Indigenous Health Ltd was established by its founding members to provide a coordinated/integrated approach to the planning, development and delivery of comprehensive primary health care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations within the Southeast Qld Region.
The Regional and Specialist team includes Integrated Specialist Services, Mental Health and Wellbeing Services, Primary Healthcare Services, Birthing and Early Childhood Services (South), and Child and Youth Services.
Our purpose is to connect, guide, and empower teams and communities through culturally safe, transparent, and responsive ways.
About the Role?
As Occupational Therapist (NDIS), your role is to provide culturally appropriate adult and/or paediatric OT services to participants of the NDIS, as directed to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team.
This opportunity is for a part time (4 days per week), 6 month term.
What does it look like to be an IUIH Disability Occupational Therapist?
- Opportunity to develop both Adult and Paediatric skills by maintaining a diverse caseload across the lifespan.
This includes the opportunity to specialise in adult, paediatric or mixed caseloads.
- Work collaboratively within an interprofessional team of health care professionals including: Speech Pathologists, Physios, EPs, Paed Nurses, GPs, AHWs, Paediatricians, and more.
As a collaborative team we work together to provide client-centred care.
- Work in a variety of settings such as primary health care clinics, kindergartens, and other community settings.
- Opportunities to contribute to continuing innovative health service development.
- Commitment to the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health.
About You?
- Current Yellow Card - Disability Worker Screening Clearence (Prior to Commencement)
- Current C Class Drivers Licence (QLD)
- AHPRA Registration
- Relevant degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificates (Willingness to obtain)
- Current criminal history check (Willingness to obtain)
Desirable, but not mandatory
- Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and /or communities
- Demonstrated experience supporting clients with disabilities and/or experience working under the NDIS.
What Can we Offer?
At IUIH we recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability.
- At IUIH 'Our Collectivity is Our Strength'.
- We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that invites applications from all people.
- Be part of Australia's largest community controlled Aboriginal Health Service.
- Access to "Growing Our Own Opportunities" through in-house training and programs.
- Weekly Staff Wellness activities and all staff 'Gather and Grow' yarns and award ceremonies.
- Opportunities to attend community events such as NAIDOC, Rugby League Carnivals and more.
Demonstrated commitment to creating culturally safe environments where children and young people are respected, heard, and protected against harm.
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NDIS Occupational Therapist – Pediatric & Adult Care in Brisbane employer: Institute for Urban Indigenous Health
The Institute for Urban Indigenous Health Ltd is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing culturally safe and responsive health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Southeast Queensland. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees benefit from in-house training programs that foster professional growth and development, while working in a supportive environment that values collaboration and community empowerment.
Contact Details:
Institute for Urban Indigenous Health Recruitment Team
