Our Eight Mile Plains Home and Community Care branch is looking for a passionate and community focused Occupational Therapist.

This role can accommodate both part-time and full-time hours, if you're looking for flexibility, a community focused role and to work with a great team click apply today.

About the role:

The overall purpose of the Occupational Therapist is to improve or maintain peoples' independent functioning in all aspects of living. Occupational Therapists may assist people who are limited by physical or psychological illness, neurological dysfunction, developmental delay or the ageing process.

The practice of Occupational Therapy encompasses evaluation, consultation and treatment The Occupational Therapist will work in accordance with the values of Anglicare Southern Queensland (Anglicare) and support core business by providing service, guidance and advice within this position's speciality area.

Requirements:

• Current National Police Certificate
• Current Drivers Licence with own reliable vehicle
• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current registration with AHPRA
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Membership or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Occupational Therapists, Queensland

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and ability to competently assess functional ability of clients in a community setting.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and review collaborative OT services.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a community based multidisciplinary team environment, including the capacity to negotiate with a range of stakeholders, operate flexibly, and have the capacity to problem solve.
• Ability to work autonomously, plan and prioritise work effectively.
• Demonstrated well developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of quality management principles in the clinical setting.

What We Offer:

• Amazing Salary Packaging: Unlock up to $15,900 tax-free for essentials like rent and utilities, plus an extra $2,650 for entertainment and fun experiences!
• Exclusive Employee Discounts: Enjoy fantastic deals at some of Australia's top retailers.
• Health Perks: Benefit from a 6% discount on Bupa Health Insurance-because your well-being matters!
• Referral Rewards: Share the love! Refer friends and earn up to $300 for each successful candidate you bring on board.
• Career Advancement: We believe in promoting from within! Explore exciting opportunities through our internal job board.
• Extra Time Off: Need a break? Purchase additional annual leave to recharge.
• Supportive Environment: Access pastoral care and Employee Assistance Programs designed to help you thrive.
• Free Flu Shots: Stay healthy with complimentary annual vaccination

Anglicare believes in building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental ill health. Please advise us if you require any additional support in the recruitment process.

Please apply online attaching your current resume and responding to the screening questions.