Permanent Full-Time Opportunity with Flexibility on Hours of WorkTamworth, NSW – Relocation costs covered by Vision Australia (within reason)As a Vision Australia employee, you are part of a team committed to supporting people who are blind or have low vision to live the life they choose and striving for their inclusion in all areas of society.
Our team of experts work together to tailor the right mix of services, strategies and products so their patients and clients can live life on their terms. From birth to senior years, Vision Australia is there to provide a lifetime of support.
About the opportunity As a person-centred Occupational Therapist, you will be supporting people of all ages within a transdisciplinary team with the aim to enhance the lives of our clients to live life in their terms. In this role you will:
Support adults, older adults and their familiesWork as part of a team with supervisionProvide both individual and group OT training/intervention programs to achieve maximum independence and participation in activities appropriate to the client's developmental levelAssess and train clients in the use of assistive devices and equipment to do everyday activities, such as cooking, cleaning, showering, etc.Provide/advise on low-vision techniques and strategies to improve their occupational performance on daily activities and improve quality of lifeTo be successful in this role you must hold a nationally recognised Qualification in Occupational Therapy and a current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). You will also have: Knowledge and skills in working with children and young peopleBe a team player who is passionate about supporting people to live life on their terms and build their independenceEnthusiasm for providing exceptional client services to children and young people that are blind or have low visionProactivity and creativity are strongly encouragedBenefits of Working at Vision Australia We offer our employees many benefits that help to support your growth personally and professionally. Some of the benefits we offer are:
Use of company carAdditional leave via our purchase leave and accrued day off schemesAnnual salary review to ensure your pay is in line with market ratesFlexibility to manage your own caseload and calendar, allowing an individual approach to work-life balanceSupportive, motivating, and inspiring work environmentRewards and recognition programs and wellness programsIf you have any questions about the role, please contact the Hiring Manager, Roger Danvers.
To apply If this sounds like a great fit for you, then please complete our online application and submit your full resume.
Please note that PDF documents are not accepted for accessibility reasons. If you require any support or considerations with the application process, please reach out to People and Culture or the above hiring manager. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive culture and value diversity and all abilities. We highly encourage applications from candidates who are blind or have low vision and from those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Vision Australia is collecting personal information from you as part of the recruitment and selection process. Vision Australia recognizes the importance of privacy and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information collected and/or received by us.
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