Occupational Therapist - Lismore

• Excellent salary: $85,000 - $105,000 + Super
• Salary Packaging: Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.
• Motor Vehicle Allowance or travel reimbursement
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Gradual KPIs during first 6 months working towards a billable target of 5 hours per day
• 4 weeks annual leave
• Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised Gym membership
• Opportunity for internal and external Professional Development
• Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services
• Laptop provided
• Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
• Established Training Programme
• Multi-disciplinary team

The role:
Our client is a leading disability service provider, serving as a helper, mentor, and coach to approximately 5,000 individuals with disabilities across the east coast of Australia. Embracing the new era of disability support under the NDIS, they are committed to putting their customers first, offering personalised support tailored to each individual's needs and aspirations. 

As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a crucial role in providing flexible family-centred services to children with disabilities and their families. Working within the context of a multi-disciplinary team, your responsibilities will include assessing the occupational therapy needs of clients, developing professional relationships with families, and actively participating in the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of individualized service plans. This role demands a commitment to maintaining efficient and effective practices in alignment with the organisations policies and procedures.

You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality services. As a key member of the team, you are expected to embody the values, including being Bold, Respectful, Authentic, valuing Teamwork, and striving for Excellence in all aspects of your work.

Success in this role is defined by your ability to conduct thorough assessments, develop and implement intervention plans, and contribute to the integration and inclusion of clients into community settings. Challenges include balancing administrative tasks, professional development, and client workload, while opportunities involve providing training and workshops to both internal and external stakeholders. Overall, as an Occupational Therapist, you will actively contribute to the organization's purpose of supporting individuals to live a great life, embracing a culture that prioritises safety, wellbeing, and excellence in service delivery.

• Minimum Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with AHPRA
• Experience in family practice and child development
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Current Police Check, NDIS Workers Screening Check and Working with Children Check
• Driving License