• Grade 2 Occupational Therapist
• Bell Street, Coburg (Other sites include Glenroy, Epping)
• Full / Part time - fixed term until 30 June 2022
• Total hours / work days are negotiable (3+ days per week depending on candidate preference)

The Occupational Therapist - The Independent Living Team (ILT) is funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP). This is an exciting opportunity to be the key participant in project design/implementation to address demand management i.e. clinical triage, group design, waitlist management strategies.

Your new organisation

At Merri Health, we strive to enrich diverse communities through the provision of quality health care and support services. A career at Merri will see you contributing to a culture that affects change for our clients and the wider community. We are committed to supporting the talent and skills of our employees because we know their capability is the key to our success.

Your new role

As an Occupational Therapist in the team you will be responsible for:

• Assessment of clients to identify current strengths and valued activities impacted by their altered capacity.
• The prescription of equipment (including funding applications) and recommendations for home modifications to enhance occupational performance.
• Support project implementation to address demand management i.e. clinical triage, waitlist management strategies.
• Support the development, implementation and evaluation of new models of care e.g. telehealth

What you’ll need to succeed

To be successful with Merri you will go above and beyond to achieve great results for our clients, the organisation and yourself. We’re looking for individuals with:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Clinical experience in community health, equipment prescription and home modifications
• Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to network and liaise with others and contribute effectively in a team environment
• Experience with clinical triage/waitlist management
• Project management and CQI experience/knowledge

What we offer

As an Occupational Therapist in the program, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of clinical presentations with clients over 65 years of age through the rapid reablement service as well as CHSP entry level clients. The ILT is an Allied Health Team which has Physio's, Podiatrists, Speech pathologist, Dietetics, Exercise Physiologists and Allied Health Assistants.

The opportunity to develop experience with project work and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

We offer a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which encourages you to bring your whole self to work. As the successful applicant you’ll be joining an organisation where you will be supported to grow, learn and develop your skills to reach your potential.

You will also have access to pool cars, generous salary packaging, purchase leave and flexible work arrangement options.

What you need to do now

If this position captures your interest, take a few minutes to learn more about us on our website. If you would like to review the position description or have any questions about the role please refer to our Career Portal for further information.

Merri Health will only accept applications that are submitted via our Career Portal, which you can access by clicking the "Apply Now" button on this ad.

What else do I need to know

Preferred candidates will be subject to comprehensive reference and pre-employment background checking conducted by Merri Health prior to an offer of employment, including criminal record history check, disability worker exclusion scheme check and other employee screening and credential checks as determined by the position description.

All candidates must have the right to work in Australia. Merri Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring a safe environment for children and young people.

We encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to those from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, the LGBTIQA+ community and those living with a disability to apply.

A position description is attached.