Occupational Therapist

• Tarneit, Melbourne VIC | Clinic-based, mobile and telehealth services
  
• Community Health Sector
  
• Salary: $90,000–$110,000 plus 12% superannuation
  
• Travel reimbursement: $1.00 per kilometre for approved work-related travel

About Flourish Holistic Services

Flourish Holistic Services Pty Ltd is a Melbourne-based community health provider committed to supporting wellbeing through compassionate, person-centred and holistic care.

We deliver occupational therapy and other community health services through:

• Telehealth appointments
• In-clinic consultations at our Tarneit clinic
• Mobile services across Melbourne and surrounding areas

Our team works collaboratively with clients, families, carers and other professionals to help people improve their independence, participation, safety and overall quality of life.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking one full-time Occupational Therapist to join our growing allied health team.

This position would suit an Occupational Therapist who values meaningful, community-based work and enjoys delivering flexible services across clinic, telehealth and mobile settings. Applications are welcomed from graduate, early-career, mid-level and experienced Occupational Therapists.

The successful applicant will manage an occupational therapy caseload, conduct assessments, prepare reports and develop practical, evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s needs and goals.

This is a full-time employee position based on a 38-hour working week.

Salary and Benefits

Flourish Holistic Services offers:

• A salary of $90,000–$110,000 per annum, depending on qualifications, experience and capabilities
• 12% superannuation
• Reimbursement of $1.00 per kilometre for approved work-related travel
• A varied role across telehealth, clinic and community settings
• The opportunity to work within a compassionate and growing community health organisation
• A collaborative, person-centred working environment
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients, needs and service settings

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for:

• Conducting comprehensive occupational therapy assessments
• Identifying clients’ functional abilities, support needs, strengths and goals
• Developing individualised, evidence-based intervention plans
• Delivering occupational therapy services through telehealth, in-clinic appointments and mobile visits
• Supporting clients to improve independence in daily living, self-care, mobility, communication, community participation, education, work and leisure
• Recommending suitable assistive technology, equipment, environmental modifications and practical support strategies where appropriate
• Completing functional assessments and other relevant clinical assessments within the Occupational Therapist’s scope of practice
• Preparing accurate, professional and timely clinical reports, progress notes, recommendations and supporting documentation
• Monitoring client outcomes and reviewing intervention plans as needs and circumstances change
• Providing education, guidance and practical strategies to clients, families, carers and support networks
• Working collaboratively with other allied health professionals, medical practitioners, support coordinators, community organisations and relevant service providers
• Participating in case conferences, care-team meetings and multidisciplinary discussions where required
• Managing appointments, travel, clinical documentation and caseload responsibilities effectively
• Maintaining accurate and confidential client records
• Following professional, ethical, privacy, safeguarding, workplace health and safety, and clinical governance requirements
• Maintaining professional competence through continuing professional development and reflective practice
• Representing Flourish Holistic Services professionally in the clinic, in the community and during online appointments

Qualifications and Requirements

Essential

Applicants must have:

• A recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Occupational Therapist
• Professional indemnity and public liability insurance where required
• Current Australian working rights
• A current Victorian driver licence
• Access to a reliable and appropriately insured vehicle for mobile service delivery
• Strong clinical assessment, intervention planning and report-writing skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team
• Sound organisational, time-management and caseload-management skills
• A commitment to person-centred, culturally respectful and evidence-based practice
• The ability to maintain professional boundaries and protect client privacy and confidentiality
• Competence using computers, electronic records and telehealth platforms

The successful applicant must also hold or be willing to obtain all screening and employment checks required for the role, which may include:

• National Police Check
• Working with Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check, where required
• Any other mandatory checks or documentation relevant to the clients and services being provided

Required employment documentation, registrations and screening checks are to be obtained and maintained by the employee at their own expense and are not reimbursed by Flourish Holistic Services.

Desirable Experience

The following would be highly regarded:

• Experience working in community health, disability, rehabilitation, aged care or another relevant allied health setting
• Experience conducting functional assessments
• Experience providing services in clients’ homes and community environments
• Experience delivering occupational therapy through telehealth
• Knowledge of assistive technology and home or environmental modification recommendations
• Experience working with people from diverse cultural, linguistic and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Strong understanding of person-centred, strengths-based and trauma-informed practice
• Experience preparing high-quality clinical reports and recommendations
• Confidence working independently in mobile and community settings

Graduate Occupational Therapists who demonstrate strong communication skills, professional judgement and a commitment to learning are encouraged to apply.

About You

You will be a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who:

• Treats every client with dignity, respect and empathy
• Takes a holistic approach to health, wellbeing and participation
• Builds positive relationships with clients and their support networks
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Is reliable, organised and accountable
• Can balance independent work with team collaboration
• Produces accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Adapts services to each client’s circumstances, preferences and goals
• Is comfortable travelling to provide mobile services
• Shares Flourish Holistic Services’ commitment to high-quality community care

How to Apply

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Only applicants selected for the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

Flourish Holistic Services Pty Ltd values inclusion and welcomes applications from suitably qualified people of all cultures, backgrounds, identities and abilities.

FLOURISH HOLISTIC SERVICES PTY LTD

Supporting wellbeing through compassionate, holistic care.

Telephone: 03 7036 7158

Mobile: 0466 381 922

Email: info@flourishholisticservices.org using the subject line: Occupational Therapist enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Website: www.flourishholisticservices.org