Senior Occupational Therapist - Visa Sponsorship ConsideredPosted: 28/03/2025Closing Date: 28/06/2025Job Type: Permanent Full-TimeLocation: Hobart, Southern Tasmania TASJob Category: Community Services and Development, Healthcare & MedicalA little about us:EverAbility Group have a long and proud history of providing services for people with disabilities across Western Australia and Tasmania. Together, our team of nearly 200 staff and over 500 volunteers support our growing group of diverse services. This opens up a world of possibilities for our clients – and also opens up a host of career opportunities for you!Join our VisAbility therapy team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred therapy services that uphold best practices and empower individuals through tailored support.Key responsibilities:Conducting clinical assessments, developing, implementing, and evaluating individual service plans, including recommending assistive technology.Ensuring services meet best practices, policies, and contractual requirements.Staying updated on evidence-based practices and new technologies.Maintaining accurate records within the Client Management System.Reporting service-related issues to the Program Manager.Engaging with VisAbility’s process improvement initiatives.Supporting the OT profession through mentoring, training, and stakeholder education.Performing additional duties as needed.Desired Skills and ExperienceTertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration.Experience in functional assessments, person-centred interventions, and case management.Ability to work within teams, liaise with stakeholders, and write clear, concise reports.Confidence in making client-related recommendations independently.Strong case load management, ability to meet service objectives, and an innovative approach to care.Understanding of disability, aged care, and relevant legislation, policies, and standards.Valid police checks, NDIS Working with Vulnerable People Check, and ability to travel for client appointments.Prior work with adults with disabilities, vision impairment, or acquired brain injury.Prior work in disability and/or health sectors.Understanding of NDIS and My Aged Care funding models.Salary Range: $95,151 - $105,987 depending on experienceBenefits:In return, you will be rewarded with:Up to 3 days of paid leave during the Christmas and New Year holidays!NFP salary packaging options – use some of your salary for everyday expenses before income tax; meaning you can increase your take-home pay!Option to purchase additional leave17.5% annual leave loading, where applicableOngoing professional development and trainingEmployee Assistance ProgramContribution towards relocation expensesHow to apply?If you’re ready to help us make a difference, click Apply and let’s chat about what life looks like at EverAbility.Applications close at 4:00 PM on Friday, 25 April 2025. However, please note that interviews may commence prior to the closing date, and the job advertisement may close earlier than expected. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.For further information please contact Tennille Burns, Senior Program Manager Kites TAS & VisAbility TAS at tennille.burns@kitestherapytas.org.au.We encourage people with disabilities and of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply. Everyone is welcome, as we are an inclusive and diverse workplace.
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