Occupational Therapist

Uniting


Date: 1 day ago
City: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Contract type: Full time
About The Opportunity

At Uniting, we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our clients.

This role is central to delivering a holistic, person-centred approach to support our aging clients and maximise their mobility, functional capacity, independence and well-being.

The Occupational Therapist will provide relevant professional services based on the needs and goals of the individual client. This role will require travel around the ACT.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

  • Home modification reports
  • Aids/equipment assessment and recommendations
  • Occupational therapy interventions and education
  • Health promotion activities and advice

Qualifications

  • Bachelor/Master or relevant degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Current AHPRA Registration
  • Current First Aid and CPR certificates
  • Current Australian Driver’s License and access to your own vehicle

Skills And Experience

  • Previous experience working in an Aged Care environment- Aged care experience is desirable
  • Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to build rapport with others
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team and be confident working autonomously when required
  • Ability to organise and conduct health screening and functional assessments

At Uniting, we welcome and celebrate everyone regardless of lifestyle, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity and proudly create a safe and inclusive environment for staff and clients.

We are bold, imaginative, respectful and compassionate.

Further To This, We Offer

  • A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
  • Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
  • Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
  • Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
  • A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
  • A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
  • Purchase of additional leave

What’s next?

If the idea of working for a progressive not-for-profit organisation excites you, then click APPLY now to get your application started!

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include a National Police Check and References.

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