Occupational Therapist - Community Rehabilitation Service

Job Description

Salary Packaging: Lower your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health Insurance discounts NSW Health and NSW Health AHO Employees: Transfer your accrued leave entitlements and continue to receive pay and entitlements in line with the relevant NSW Health State Award Permanent part-time opportunity: 3 days a week Level 3 Community role: covering the Northern Sydney LHD, office based in Ryde About us Royal Rehab is a leading provider of rehabilitation services in brain and spinal cord injury. Our services also include neurological and general rehabilitation, supported independent living and specialist disability services. Our vision is a world without limits for people with disability, illness and injury. Royal Rehab is renowned for our focus on research and innovation and sits uniquely as a provider of advanced rehabilitation and disability services including supported accommodation, private rehabilitation hospitals, a purpose-built resort for people with spinal cord injury and community services. We know diversity makes Royal Rehab a great place to work and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the people we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. At Royal Rehab we are proud to be Great Place to Work Certified! About the role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic Community Rehabilitation Service team. In this rewarding role, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy services to adults in both community and centre-based settings. Working with clients recovering from a broad range of injuries and medical conditions including neurological, orthopaedic, and general deconditioning, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in helping people regain their independence and achieve their goals. If you’re ready to step into a rewarding senior role where your expertise matters, apply now! Key responsibilities include: To provide high quality, timely Occupational Therapy services to clients, maximising their function, performance of activities of daily living and participation in meaningful activities. To comply with centre-wide, service and Occupational Therapy discipline specific policies/procedures and initiatives, meeting the Royal Rehab mission, vision and values. To work as part of the multidisciplinary team within CRS and the Occupational Therapy department at Royal Rehab. This may involve working in or providing cover to other units from time to time upon request. About you We seek a self-motivated and friendly individual with: Essential Criteria: Current full registration with AHPRA. Significant and recent clinical experience (a minimum of 3 years) working in the community or rehabilitation setting providing occupational therapy intervention to persons with chronic and complex health needs. Experience conducting home assessments, including prescribing home modifications and equipment, along with conducting self-care assessments. Demonstrated advanced time management skills and the ability to operate autonomously with minimal direct clinical supervision. Demonstrated competence in high level interpersonal communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution. Demonstrated ability to implement evidenced based practice and outcome measurement and commitment to participation in supervision and professional development. Current C unrestricted driver’s license, good driving record and own car (staff may be required to travel to visits in their own vehicle. Mileage/petrol costs can be claimed). Desirable Criteria: Experience with staff, student or Allied Health Assistant supervision. Demonstrated experience participating in quality improvement initiatives and thorough understanding of the quality improvement cycle. What we offer Salary Packaging: Lower your taxable income and increase your take-home pay Benefits: Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health Insurance discounts Career growth: Genuine career opportunities Work life balance: Flexible work arrangements Salary: Competitive remuneration Employee Assistance Program: Access to professional counselling and coaching for you and your immediate family Leadership: Supportive and experienced leadership team Culture: Friendly and close-knit team environment NSW Health and NSW Health AHO Employees: Transfer your accrued leave entitlements and continue to receive pay and entitlements in line with the relevant NSW Health State Award Proud to be Great Place to Work Certified! We are proud of our diverse and skilled team of passionate healthcare and support professionals committed to delivering the very best for the people we serve. A career at Royal Rehab is the opportunity to make a difference with a progressive and innovative organisation, built on a rich history of community care since 1899. What’s next If this sounds like the perfect role for you, address the essential criteria in your cover letter and CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW to start your journey with us! Please note, only applicants that address these essential criteria will be considered. CLICK HERE FOR POSITION DESCRIPTION The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including but not limited to a current criminal record check working with children check, employment history and referee checks. A career with Royal Rehab is an opportunity to collaborate, grow and make a difference with an iconic organisation recognised as a leader in rehabilitation and disability support. We do not provide sponsorship and no agencies please. Further Enquiries: Karen Chestney, Occupational Therapy Professional LeaderPhone: (02) 9808 9274 (MON, TUES, THU)Email: Application Close Date: Wednesday 19th March 2025Suitable candidates will be contacted for early interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr