Occupational Therapist level 3, Illawarra Transitional Aged Care Service

Job Description

To provide support to elderly clients in the community to enhance their safety, promote independence and optimise health outcomes in collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 14 hours per week | Occupational Therapist Level 3 | Illawarra Transitional Aged Care Service | REQ547788 | Applications close: 5 February 2025 This is a temporary leave relief position until 4 January 2026 with the possibility of extension. This position is currently based at Port Kembla Hospital and will be moving to a new location in early 2025. Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. ITACS provides a time-limited, goal-oriented service for older people who would benefit from additional low intensity therapy in their own homes as well as assisting with the decision-making process around long term care service supports. As the Senior Occupational Therapist in ITACS you will provide clinical leadership within occupational therapy service provision including optimisation of client care delivery, as well as supporting the mentoring and development of staff. You will be required to have creative problem-solving skills in the community setting without direct clinical supervision when completing in-home assessments and interventions. You will also provide care planning and liaise with external stakeholders. The position functions as part of a multidisciplinary team with a teamwork approach to the provision of low intensity home-based therapy programs to frail elderly clients who are ready for discharge from sub-acute hospital care but are unable to return home without additional care and support. This role provides great work life balance working Monday to Friday only with no shift work required. A Little About Us. From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events. Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by. Benefits Of Working With ISLHD. We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include: Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Requirements Apply now by reading the selection criteria found in the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the four questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements: Current AHPRA Registration as an Occupational Therapist Aged Care Check NSW Drivers Licence Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Need more information or help applying? Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information. Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. For role-related queries or help applying, contact Tracey Hinke on #J-18808-Ljbffr