About Us People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story – what’s yours? Everyone has a story. And here at Wesley Mission Queensland, we feel privileged to stand alongside the families, children, couples and seniors that we support each year. We’re an innovative and responsive not-for-profit community service provider, helping people across Queensland build stronger and more inclusive communities since 1907. About the role As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will provide occupational therapy services to customers presenting with a wide range of needs, including aged care, disability, health and wellbeing, return to life roles and rehabilitation This role will be based at our Whellers Garden therapy centre to grow our ever increasing community aged care and NDIS portfolios. This role will require an experienced adult therapist who is passionate about community practice including aged care, assistive technology, minor mods and independence building. You will provide supervision of other practitioners and support them in and developing skills necessary for long-term success in the healthcare industry. You will be a motivated practitioner who is looking to lead and develop a high-quality community Occupational Therapy service within a large MDT team! You will be a member of our Health and Wellbeing Centre! We have a team of over 90 staff across both campuses in Sinnamon Park and Chermside. Our team includes Physiotherapists, Dietetics, Podiatry, Exercise Physiologist, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Nursing and more! Key Role Accountabilities: As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide customer- focused services including: Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning to identify their needs and goals Develop individualised treatment plans that incorporate evidence-based practices and client-centred approaches Provide interventions that promote independence, safety, and participation in daily activities, including self-care, productivity, and leisure Recommend and implement environmental modifications, adaptive equipment, and assistive technology to enhance clients' functional abilities Collaborate with clients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and holistic care Provide education and training to clients, families, and caregivers on topics such as fall prevention, energy conservation, and stress management Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress notes Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and professional development activities to enhance service delivery and clinical skills Willingness to supervises students and junior practitioners What makes a difference for us! Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy Current registration with APHRA Current Driver’s Licence Demonstrated ability to effectively work with staff, clients, and families Exceptional communication skills and a focus on patient-centred care Participate and lead innovative care in wellness and reablement Willingness to travel between both campuses in Sinnamon Park and Chermside Willingness to supervises students and junior practitioners Why WMQ? We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story. We offer our team members: Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace! Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
