Occupational Therapist

• Job Reference No V0287 (Permanent Part time position)

Better Health Network Allied Health team has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary community based service.

We are looking for multiple vibrant and passionate Occupational Therapist to support and enhance our team on a permanent basis. Flexible hours to suit you, full time Monday to Friday (8:30am- 5pm) or part time considered, with no late nights or weekend work required. A balanced mix of from the office, providing home visits and outreach services, and opportunity to work from home.

We see adults across the My Aged Care, Home and Community Care and Community Health funding streams. BHN provides support and mentoring and can support upskilling where required to bridge gaps in your knowledge.

Our team has a focus on delivering support for local community, making a real difference to our clients and families lives.

What sets us apart?

We are a long-standing multidisciplinary/allied health team that is dedicated to supporting the people in our community. We have excellent relationships with other local services and work in a coordinated approach with My Aged Care assessment teams and other service providers. We have a culture of learning and professional development to support career and service improvement. We promote our values of respect, kindness, accountability and innovation in everything we do. We exist to champion health equity and wellbeing for our clients and communities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive occupational therapy assessments to clients, including those with multiple and complex needs.
• OT services include home assessments, advice on activities of daily living, home modifications, and provision of assistive equipment.
• Care plans should be developed in collaboration with clients and carers.
• Provide support, education and direction to Allied Health Assistants, including overseeing the ordering of OT equipment and supplies.
• Submit individual applications for home modifications and equipment through the Statewide Equipment Program (SWEP) or other funding agencies as appropriate.
• Maintain current knowledge of target population, funding sources and referral systems including My Aged Care / Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), Home Care Packages, Home and Community Care – Program for Young People (HACC PYP), Community Health and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

About you

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or recognised equivalent qualification and Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
• Provided OT services to clients with diverse backgrounds and multiple and complex needs.
• An ability to provide specific occupational therapy services and programs, including home assessments, advice on activities of daily living, home modifications, and assistive equipment.
• State Wide Equipment Service (SWEP) registered or eligible for registration as an equipment prescriber.
• Knowledge and experience of My Aged Care / CHSP, HACC PYP, Home Care Packages and NDIS.
• Providing self-management support and education to clients. Commitment to the philosophy of Community Health.
• Understanding of chronic disease management approaches and social models of health.

Benefits for joining Better Health Network

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive team.
• Attractive NFP Salary Packaging – $15,900 Tax free + $2,650 Meals, accommodations and entertainment.
• Flexible working arrangements and multiple clinic locations.
• Access to fleet cars.
• Networking opportunities among a large number of allied health professionals.
• Flexible leave options: Monthly ADO (with full time employment), paid parental leave & purchased leave.
• Employee Assistance Program – support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most.

About the team

Based at our Prahran community health centre, our OT and wider allied health teams are highly skilled and supportive, and we promote opportunities for engagement and collaboration. Clinicians looking to move into a new area will be assisted and well supported in the transition and those with established experience will be encouraged to share their knowledge.

The team has a strong and shared sense of the social model of health and working with vulnerable cohorts.

We would like to meet you and welcome you to join us

What makes BHN Tick?

Better Health Network (BHN) encompasses more than 22 locations and has over 800 staff work in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver health and disability outcomes. BHN is a responsive and agile community health service, providing a wide range of healthcare, social support, disability, and welfare services for all members of the community.

BHN provides services spanning all periods of life including specialist childhood, youth, and aged care services. In achieving its vision of health and wellbeing for all, BHN is guided by our distinct service principles which include working with people and communities to achieve their health goals, understanding the context in which people live their lives, providing friendly, affordable, and holistic service.

Please note that prior to any commencement of employment, pre-employment checks must be complete. These will include reference checking, a national criminal history and right to work check, proof of vaccinations and a working with children check.

For information about the role, please contact Jane O’Shea, Allied Health Coordinator on 03 9525 1300 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Occupational Therapist enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.