Job Description

Accent Home Careis a division of Tabulam and Templer Homes for the Aged (TTHA) who have been supporting older people for over 50 years.

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Accent Home Care has a range of community-based services that extend to Support at Home, Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and private services. Wefocus on preventive care and reducing hospital admissions.

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We are seeking to employ an Occupational Therapist who will have the opportunity to work either full-time or part time as part of ourClinical Home Care Team.The successful therapist will be passionate about caring for the elderly and is seeking a long and rewarding career with Accent Home Care.

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For this position you will have:

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Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) to practice with the National Board.

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Member of the Australian Association of Occupational Therapy (Victoria).

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Previous experience working with older adults including their families and carers.

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Ability to prescribe home modifications and liaise with tradespeople effectively.

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Ability to prescribe assistive equipment based on functional assessed need.

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State-wide Equipment Program (SWEP) prescriber endorsement or willing to obtain.

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Well-developed communication, planning, organisational and time management skills.

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Concise report writing skills and ability to provide technical diagrams.

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Proven ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative internal and external working relationships.

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Strong IT skills and the ability to use databases.

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Ability to create measurable goals based on achievable outcomes for consumers.





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Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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An understanding of aged-specific diagnoses and relevant interventions.

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Excellent people skills and a genuine passion for caring for the elderly.

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Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency.

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A valid police clearance (Less than one year old)

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A current driver's licence and a motor vehicle.

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What's on offer:

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Attractive hourly rates

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Employment between Monday to Friday

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Full Time and Part Time availability

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A friendly and supportive management, culture & team

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Opportunities to develop and advance your career

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Onsite parking and petrol allowance

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The ability to have lunch at the 'Changing Seasons Café'

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Training opportunities

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Be part of a vibrant team

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$15,900 salary packaging per FBT year to significantly reduce your taxable income.

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You will be responsible for:

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Managing referrals for Occupational Therapy services

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Conducting home visits to consumers predominately in the Eastern and Southern metro areas of Melbourne with the possibility of providing a service in the Northern metro Melbourne

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Assess and develop appropriate treatment programs for consumers, engaging with their families/representatives and co-workers to ensure best possible treatment is given.

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Assessment and prescription of assistive aids and equipment for resident and consumer rehabilitation needs.

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Provide goal-based intervention based on assessed needs and care plans.

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Liaise with medical, nursing, and allied health agencies regarding occupational therapy intervention.

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📌 Occupational Therapist (Williamstown)
🏢 Accent Home Care
📍 Williamstown