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Occupational Therapist Assistant
Healthcare Medical
Company shared salary
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Market rate
A$4,500–A$6,500/mo (A$54,000–A$78,000/yr)
Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).
Requirements
- ● tional Therapists, supporting NDIS participants to improve their independence and participation in everyday activities.
- ● Role and Responsibilities
- ● Assist Occupational Therapists in delivering therapy programs and interventions.
- ● Support participants to develop skills and independence in daily activities.
- ● Assist with information gathering and preparation for Functional Capacity Assessments.
- ● Support the implementation of OT recommendations and therapy programs.
- ● Assist with paediatric participants, including those with ASD, ADHD, developmental delay and sensory processing difficulties.
- ● Assist with Assistive Technology (AT) trials, equipment setup and participant training.
- ● Assist with measurements, photographs and information gathering for home modifications.
- ● Complete progress notes and other documentation as required.
- ● Support participants in their homes and community to work towards their NDIS and therapy goals.
- ● Liaise with participants, families, support workers and other professionals as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- ● You are required to have:
- ● Relevant experience, study or qualifications in occupational therapy, allied health, disability or a related field.
- ● Current Police Check.
- ● Working with Children Check.
- ● NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain one.
- ● Australian working rights.
- ● Current Australian Driver's Licence.
- ● Access to a reliable vehicle for community-based work where required.
Benefits
- ● 33.71 per hour.
- ● Flexible casual hours.
- ● Regular supervision and support from Occupational Therapists.
- ● Practical experience working with NDIS participants.
- ● Exposure to Functional Capacity Assessments, Assistive Technology, home modifications and paediatric therapy.
- ● Opportunity to develop practical occupational therapy skills in home and community settings.
- ● If you are interested in joining the OT Linkcaring team, click the APPLY button to submit your application.
- ● Job Type: Casual
- ● Pay: 33.71 per hour
- ● Schedule: Flexible hours
- ● Job Types: Subcontract, Casual
- ● Pay: 33.71 per hour
- ● Ability to commute/relocate:
- ● Springvale VIC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
- ● Occupational therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
- ● Licence/Certification:
- ● Working with Children Check (Preferred)
- ● AHPRA registration (Preferred)
- ● Driver Licence (Preferred)
- ● Work Authorisation:
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