About Us:
At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4300 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org
Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Allied Health?
Salary offered is $90,000 - 95,999 per annum depending on experience
Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
Career pathways, education and training opportunities
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
Not for profit, values-based organisation
About the role:
The Occupational Therapy Practice Lead (OTPL) is responsible for the delivery and compliance of relevant therapy services that are respectful and reflective of the goals and priorities of the clients, including:
Centre based individual and group programs
1:1 home based individual support
Support through the use of social media and virtual platforms
Provide supportive and professional therapy services to clients their relatives and/or representatives
I dentify, promote and participate in quality activities relevant to Allied Health Practice
Provide clinical supervision and professional development support to designated therapy teams
Support colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertise
The OTPL will be responsible for the clinical compliance of their designated team that deliver services to clients that meet their goals and priorities when and how they are requested. The OTPL will also be required to manage a caseload as well as be responsible for the clinical compliance of their own work and their respective team.
About you:
You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our clients. You are motivated to achieve great results, and care about enhancing clients’ self-esteem and empowering them to manage their health.
We are looking for individuals with:
Recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
Current registration with AHPRA
Demonstrated knowledge of clinical practice
Experience working in the Community Aged Care sector (Desirable)
Experience completing Home safety assessments and Home modification/equipment recommendations (Desirable)
Have full Australian working rights and are able to pass a national police clearance
Thrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactions
Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)
Essentials for working in Aged Care:
A current Working With Children Check card
Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
Australian working rights
Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance
Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.
For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected]. Please note the position and location.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $90,000.00 – $95,999.00 per year
Benefits:
Salary packaging
Schedule:
Day shift
Experience:
Occupational Therapy: 2 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 02/10/2024
At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4300 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org
Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Allied Health?
Salary offered is $90,000 - 95,999 per annum depending on experience
Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
Career pathways, education and training opportunities
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
Not for profit, values-based organisation
About the role:
The Occupational Therapy Practice Lead (OTPL) is responsible for the delivery and compliance of relevant therapy services that are respectful and reflective of the goals and priorities of the clients, including:
Centre based individual and group programs
1:1 home based individual support
Support through the use of social media and virtual platforms
Provide supportive and professional therapy services to clients their relatives and/or representatives
I dentify, promote and participate in quality activities relevant to Allied Health Practice
Provide clinical supervision and professional development support to designated therapy teams
Support colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertise
The OTPL will be responsible for the clinical compliance of their designated team that deliver services to clients that meet their goals and priorities when and how they are requested. The OTPL will also be required to manage a caseload as well as be responsible for the clinical compliance of their own work and their respective team.
About you:
You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our clients. You are motivated to achieve great results, and care about enhancing clients’ self-esteem and empowering them to manage their health.
We are looking for individuals with:
Recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
Current registration with AHPRA
Demonstrated knowledge of clinical practice
Experience working in the Community Aged Care sector (Desirable)
Experience completing Home safety assessments and Home modification/equipment recommendations (Desirable)
Have full Australian working rights and are able to pass a national police clearance
Thrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactions
Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)
Essentials for working in Aged Care:
A current Working With Children Check card
Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
Australian working rights
Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance
Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.
For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected]. Please note the position and location.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $90,000.00 – $95,999.00 per year
Benefits:
Salary packaging
Schedule:
Day shift
Experience:
Occupational Therapy: 2 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 02/10/2024
