Occupational Therapist

West Coast Homecare is a progressive in-home aged care and disability support provider and has been facilitating care in the community for more than 30 years. Our people live local, work local, know local. Our team is best described as invigorating in our optimism and “can do” attitude that we bring to our consumers and communities

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our local friendly team to be located in Port Lincoln.

The purpose of the role:

• Enable older people to remain in their own home and community.
• Partner with people to optimize their quality of life, reablement and maintenance of functional capabilities.
• Support and foster the ethos and values of West Coast Homecare (WCHC) to enable a positive workplace.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum requirement Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
• Must be registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, and meet the Board’s registration standards, in order to practice in Australia.
• Current registration with AHPRA
• As per Occupational Therapy Registration Standards you must be covered by your own or third-party Professional Indemnity Insurance
• Exceptional consumer focused customer service skills, with experienced in working in a fast-paced environment, always striving for excellence in the delivery of care and services.
• Flexibility and a genuine commitment to getting the job done in a timely manner
• Evidence of providing and enabling an excellent customer experience and also providing exceptional internal and external customer service.
• Proficient at using a computer including the application of client software programs.

Compliance requirements

• Satisfactory NDIS Worker Check.
• Current SA Driver’s Licence essential.
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate.

West Coast Homecare Offers

• Competitive remuneration – ABOVE AWARD RATE.
• An increase to your take home pay through salary packaging arrangements.
• Professional and friendly working environment.
• Supportive and committed leadership.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

How to Apply

Provide a cover letter and resume to workforce@westcoasthomecare.com or you can apply on our website www.westcoasthomecare.com/internal-vacancies