About the Opportunity:At Uniting, we are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our clients. This role is central to delivering a holistic, person-centred approach to support our mature clients, maximise their mobility and functional capacity, and therefore their independence and wellbeing.The Occupational Therapist will provide relevant professional services based on the needs and goals of the individual client. This role is based in Hamlyn Terrace and will require travel around the Hunter and Central Coast region.Key responsibilities will include:Home modification reportsAids/equipment assessment and recommendationsOccupational therapy interventions and educationHealth promotion activities and adviceQualifications:Bachelor/Master or relevant degree in Occupational TherapyCurrent AHPRA RegistrationCurrent First Aid and CPR certificatesCurrent Australian Driver’s License and access to your own vehicleSkills and Experience:Previous experience working in an Aged Care environment - Aged care experience is desirableStrong communication and customer service skills with the ability to build rapport with othersAbility to work collaboratively within a team and be confident working autonomously when requiredAbility to organise and conduct health screening and functional assessmentsAt Uniting, we welcome and celebrate everyone regardless of lifestyle, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity and proudly create a safe and inclusive environment for staff and clients.We are bold, imaginative, respectful and compassionate.Further to this we offer:Join an organisation that has a positive impact on our clients and the communityHands on training, development and mentoring with a leading providerTax free salary packaging entitlements of up to $16,000 per yearTax free salary packaged meal & entertainment card of up to $2,650 per yearWhat’s next?If the idea of working for a progressive not-for-profit organisation excites you, then click APPLY now to get your application started!Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which include a National Police Check and Reference Check.
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