About Us : Are you an OT looking for a fresh new start in 2023? All Walks of Life is a small occupational therapy practice located in the East of Melbourne. We are a mobile service and provide support right throughout the East and South East corridors, so can tailor a caseload to your location and availability. As a team, we strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and their families, and we pride ourselves on nurturing close relationships with the community and our referrers. Our team is expanding and we recognise the importance of balancing the unique skills, qualities, gifts and time for our team. Feeling a sense of fit and belonging with our team is very important to us. We understand that as a therapist, you need the time and flexibility to tailor your work to your unique goals and learning needs, and with this in mind, we are open to either part time or full time applicants. Just as we want our clients to thrive and flourish, we too want the same for our team! We understand the juggle in balancing and navigating time and space for work, family and time for you. We respect and embrace this by offering flexibility to work remotely and to tailor your caseload, travel and delivery of supports to your situation. We service the outer Eastern suburbs and Dandenong Ranges and provide occupational therapy services for people living in the community who are seeking to change and improve their lives, who may have an intellectual disability or cognitive impairment and mental health concerns. We are well known for our support in helping people to find the right housing solutions, and as such have a special interest this area. Not local to the Dandenong Ranges? No worries! We can also cater your caseload to areas in the Outer East/South East including Ringwood, Lilydale, Pakenham, Cranbourne or Dandenong. We can arrange a confidential discussion about whether the role is well suited to you and your location. E: or call About You : You are an enthusiastic and collaborative therapist, looking for an opportunity to work in a dynamic team, with supportive and nurturing relationships and connections in the local community. Willingness to work in a collaborative, fun and person-centered manner, supporting and collaborating with your co-workers and broader community stakeholders Passion for working with people with a range of complex needs and their families Relevant experience in a similar role and within the NDIS landscape is preferred but not essential Position Summary : The role of the occupational therapist is to provide direct assessment, intervention and support planning to participants of our service/s. This includes working collaboratively with other Care Team members, formal and informal supports and key stakeholders to identify suitable goals for therapeutic intervention and appropriate strategies for achieving these goals. The occupational therapist will actively participate in All Walks of Life's team environment. There is unique scope within the role to tailor referrals to your availability and clinical interests, with particular opportunities in: -Housing Assessments, SDA and SIL Planning -Complex needs, Autism and mental health challenges -Adolescents and young adults moving into independent living -Opportunities for supervisory roles and career progression Key Requirements : We are seeking the right Occupational Therapist for our team, holding a relevant tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration. As a part of the role, we require you to either hold or undertake the NDIS Worker Screening check and appropriate Professional Indemnity Insurance. You will also need to have a full driver's licence and fully maintained vehicle. We are looking for someone with: Relevant experience in a similar role and/or the NDIS landscape is preferred but not essential Passion for working with people with a range of complex needs. Ability to relate and engage effectively with other key stakeholders and care teams Ability to professionally, ethically and empathetically relate to consumers and their family members Punctual, Reliable and Committed Clear, personable and professional communication, both written and spoken Exceptional attention to detail Great computer skills required for practice management software Ability to work within a team and autonomously Ability to follow direction and take initiative Job Responsibility : To administer occupational therapy assessments, develop and implement therapy plans, under supervision as required To manage schedules, appointments and service planning in order to achieve billable targets in line with your role and performance targets Provide a high level of clinical judgement, reasoning and knowledge To monitor, evaluate and review progress against therapy plans and individual goals Develop resources to support the implementation of occupational therapy programs Undertake appropriate professional development, including self-reflection and peer review To work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic therapy programs, in particular, for people with disabilities including Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, Mental Health concerns and complex developmental needs Ensure intervention is supported by evidence of Best-Practice solutions wherever possible and undertake research to inform your approach where necessary To comply with all organisational policies and procedures Demonstrate a commitment to meeting stakeholder, community and organisational expectations To adopt and embrace the company's values and philosophy To promote a culture of Workplace Health and Safety by taking personal responsibility, caring for others and monitoring the working environment. To promote the organisation and our interests to the local and wider community including building and maintaining key working relationships with valued networks and collaborators To ensure all communication is completed in a professional and polite manner, to all internal and external stakeholders Job Functions : Occupational Therapy Job Benefits : Generous salary and professional development budget, paid PD leave, regular clinical supervision, team lunches and resource kits for your daily work. Salary and conditions negotiable for the right candidate including tools for the trade (mobile phone, laptop, clinic resources and travel allocation) Full time or Part time options available. Early career OTs are welcome to apply. Variety in your caseload and supports, always look forward to learning and exploring something new with your clients and families Flexibility and balance to work from home and to tailor referrals and caseload to your individual circumstances, including face-to-face and telehealth support Ongoing, generous professional development, training and supervision with potential future leadership opportunities and training for the right candidate Flexibility and fun in a supportive workplace. Enjoy casual team lunches, coffee and a great atmosphere for peer support, shared accountability and reflective learning Selling Point : Flexibility and adaptability, Part Time or Full Time available Contact : Lee-Arna Fitch
