Occupational Therapist

• Casual opportunity based in ACT / Southern NSW/Shoalhaven Illawarra
• Be part of a large, recognised provider of mental health and disability services across the eastern states of Australia.
• An opportunity to lead a passionate team to drive Wellways’ vision and strategic goals
• Work within a supportive, passionate and collaborative team environment
• Attractive Salary Packaging benefits available

Wellways Australia delivers supports to participants funded through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), and values the ability for participants to exercise choice and control under NDIS funding. We aim to support people to achieve their identified goals through effective and meaningful service delivery.

This position will be responsible for providing Occupational Therapy services. The Occupational Therapist will provide both direct client assessment and treatment planning, as well as work closely with program staff to implement agreed treatment strategies inclusive of psychosocial rehabilitation support needs. This may include the provision of both formal and informal staff training around areas such as ADL assessment and program planning. There is also the potential to support the development of group programs within the service.

About You

The successful candidate will hold the relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy and meet the key performance indicators of the position description. You are capable of building strong partnerships and of working in collaboration with other services. In-depth understanding of the psychosocial rehabilitation model is important.

What do you need?

• Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy and eligibility for membership with OT Australia
• Ability to provide Occupational Therapy assessment, treatment planning and interventions
• Established organisational skills within multidisciplinary delivery systems and an ability to work autonomously in a therapeutic setting
• Expertise in the provision of Occupational Therapy services and other relevant interventions in a mental health setting

You have an exceptional ability to work with culturally and linguistically diverse communities and individuals. The ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants in a culturally respectful manner will be highly regarded. Satisfactory Police Records Check (less than 6 months old), Current and valid Driver’s License and Working With Children Check (NSW), WWVP (ACT), NDIS Worker Orientation Module prior to commencement is essential.