Indigo (formerly Independent Living Centre WA) is a leading provider of Allied Health Services. We provide tailored allied health and assistive technology solutions to people with disabilities, seniors, carers, health professionals and educators. Through our customer-centric services we aim to achieve greater independence and inclusion for all.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist for a community based aged-care role.

As an Occupational Therapist you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing the independence, wellbeing and quality of life of your clients. As a part of this, you will conduct in-home assessments and provide clinical interventions including the recommendation of assistive technology and home modifications.

This role is based in the Metro North area (other metro regions will also be considered). This is a hybrid role working with clients in their homes, in our office and from home.

Duties will include:

• Provide expert advice, assessment and prescription of assistive technology and home modifications to CHSP eligible clients.
• Assist with coordination of a case load, planning, service delivery, and evaluation.
• Maintain appropriate clinical documentation.
• Identify and complete referrals to other services as required

THE CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will be a passionate, self-driven, and innovative Occupational Therapist.

You will be organised and flexible with a high standard of communication, problem-solving and initiative. You will be comfortable and capable to work autonomously within the community setting.

You will have sound clinical expertise, preferably within the Aged Care sector.

The candidate will possess:

• A passion for working in community based aged care.
• The ability to work with individuals, care givers, health professionals and other staff within a consultative and collaborative environment to achieve positive outcomes for clients.
• Current registration with AHPRA, NDIS Workers Screening check, WA Drivers License, and current First Aid and CPR.

WE OFFER

In this role you will be involved in rewarding work with an opportunity to be a part of a “Values based” organisation – making a difference in people’s lives. We can offer:

• Professional Development – funding and time available for every therapist.
• Clinical Support - Two weeks of comprehensive orientation including shadowing of experienced Therapists and dedicated support from Team Leads.
• Opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and close-knit team.
• Ability to work remotely, provided with a work from home setup and available support.
• Flexible work arrangements including working days (minimum 3 days per week)
• Travel Reimbursements.
• Generous Salary Packaging, up to an additional $18,549 tax free FBT
• True Work Life Balance with additional 3.5 days leave (pro-rata) / ability to purchase additional leave.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Health & Well-being Program including partnerships with Medibank, Hesta, PeopleSense and many others.

APPLY

• View full Position Description at https://www.indigo.org.au/careers/ or email [email protected].
• Contact Susan Brooks Manager – Allied Health Services at [email protected] to discuss the specifics of the position.

Short listing will commence immediately, and we reserve the right to interview prior to advert closing. We thank all candidates for their interest and taking the time to apply for this position at Indigo.

Only those with the right to live & work in Australia need apply.

Mission: We strive towards our mission of a community in which all abilities are valued, where people have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to participate.

Values: Passion, Integrity, Creativity, Together

We value our people at Indigo and strive to have a positive and adaptive culture, one that aligns with our values; so cultural fit is just as important to us as qualifications, technical skill, and experience.

We promote and support diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any additional support during the recruitment/interview phase, please contact [email protected]

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