Occupational Therapist to BEL

The Bethanie Group Inc.

Western Australia

Physiotherapy, OT and Rehabilitation (Healthcare and Medical)

Part time

Aged Care

Therapy

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Bethanie is a leading not-for-profit aged care provider based in Western Australia. For more than 70 years, we have been empowering ageing Australians to live meaningful lives by recognising older age as a positive force in society and giving a voice to those who have seen it all and have stories to tell.

We’re on a mission to create a better world not just for ageing Australians, but their communities as well, and we believe that to make this difference, you need the right people by your side. We believe that’s what makes us truly different!

We currently have an chance for an Occupational Therapist to join the team at Bethanie Bert England Lodge Aged Care Home.

If you share our passion for person centred therapy services and promoting a positive ageing experience for older people, we would love to hear from you!

In this role, you will be responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of customer centred therapy and lifestyle programs, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to improve the quality of life of our residents.

This Part Time role is 12 hours per week, with rostered days and shift times negotiated with the successful candidate.

About You

Current full, unrestricted registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Occupational Therapist





Relevant experience in an aged care environment or supporting people living with dementia is an advantage, but is not essential

Be relatable and able to share knowledge in a way that supports change at all levels

High level of negotiation, communication and relationship building skills

Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills

Able to manage a complex workload and adapt to fast changing priorities and environments

Is customer focussed and works effectively with a broad range of stakeholders

Demonstrates effective communication, strong verbal and written skills, and interpersonal skills

Willingness to obtain relevant vaccinations

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to apply for one)

About the Role:

Complete therapy assessments and respond to clinical referrals

Plan and implement individual or group therapeutic activities, whilst working with an interdisciplinary team to maintain an effective referral system and coordinate therapy implementation

Direct and coordinate Therapy Assistants

Maintain appropriate clinical documentation and information systems

Contribute to a multidisciplinary program of continuous improvement

Incorporate aged care quality standards into all services





Synthesise information, through observation and written documentation, to provide recommendations that are relationship centred and informed by evidence based best practice

Undertake a range of assessments that help to understand the holistic experience of the person

Working with Bethanie

Many of us work because we want to make a difference. As a company, we know we can only do this by providing our people with the best education, facilities and support to make a truly fulfilling career, feel fulfilled.

As well as being part of an engaging and caring work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:

Salary packaging up to 15,900 per annum + up to 2,650 for meals and entertainment. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases!

A rewarding career with a supportive culture

A comprehensive mental health and wellbeing program and free flu vaccinations each year

Professional development and training opportunities

A focus on flexibility and work life balance

To Apply

Please click on the link to upload your CV before the closing date. We hope to interview sooner so don’t delay!

Our application process will consistent of an additional questionnaire to be completed in order to finalise your application. If you require any further information,

Posted:

Salary: Attractive package will be offered to right candidate

📌 Occupational Therapist (Perth)
🏢 Bethanie Group
📍 Perth