Senior Occupational Therapist - Community Geriatrics
Job no:
******
Work type:
Full time
Location:
Adelaide Metro Southern
Categories:
Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Mental Health, Public Health
Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Repat Health Precinct – Division of Rehabilitation, Aged Care and Palliative Care
Salary $108,****** - $116,****** p.a. (Pro Rata) AHP3| Full Time – Contract until May ****.
Senior Occupational Therapist!
SALHN Community Geriatrics Team
Make a meaningful difference where it matters most, in people's homes and communities.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate
Senior Occupational Therapist
to join our highly regarded
Community Geriatrics Team
.
This is a unique opportunity to work at an advanced clinical level, supporting older people with complex health needs to maintain independence, safety, and quality of life in their own homes.
As a senior clinician within a specialist, Geriatrician-led multidisciplinary team, you will manage a diverse and rewarding caseload, using your occupational therapy expertise to deliver comprehensive assessments, develop cutting-edge care plans, and advocate for positive client outcomes.
Why join our team?
This role offers much more than traditional occupational therapy practice.
You'll enjoy:
High levels of clinical autonomy
and the opportunity to work at the full scope of your profession
A
varied and complex caseload
, including clients experiencing cognitive impairment, dementia, frailty, falls, functional decline, reduced mobility, delirium, malnutrition, and responsive behaviours
The chance to build
long-term therapeutic relationships
with clients and families while supporting ageing in place
Working within a
supportive interdisciplinary team
alongside Geriatricians, nursing, allied health professionals and community partners
Opportunities to develop advanced skills in
geriatric assessment, case management, care coordination, dementia care, discharge planning and complex decision-making
The satisfaction of making a genuine impact on the lives of older people by helping them remain safe, independent, and connected to their communities
About the Role




The Community Geriatrics Team provides specialist care to older adults with complex medical, functional and psychosocial needs across the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (SALHN).
Working as a
Senior Occupational Therapist and Case Manager
, you will provide holistic assessment, intervention, care planning and coordination for older people living in the community.
You will work closely with clients, families, carers, GPs, community services and external stakeholders to develop practical, person-centred solutions that support wellbeing and independence.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing expert clinical input relating to cognition, dementia, functional ability, home safety and independence
Coordinating services and facilitating access to community supports, home-based services and appropriate accommodation options
Working collaboratively with clients, families, GPs, community agencies and aged care providers
Contributing to interdisciplinary service development, quality improvement and clinical planning activities
Supporting best practice care and positive outcomes for older people within the community
The role reports to the
Advanced Nurse Unit Manager, GEM@Home and Community Geriatrics
, and professionally to the
Director of Occupational Therapy
.
About You
You are an experienced Occupational Therapist who is passionate about working with older people and enjoys the challenge and reward of managing complex clinical presentations.
You will possess:
Qualification as an Occupational Therapist and eligibility for registration with the
Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
Proven ability to work independently, make sound clinical decisions and manage a caseload with a high degree of autonomy
Experience undertaking comprehensive assessment and intervention for clients with complex needs, particularly those experiencing cognitive impairment or dementia
Strong skills in care coordination,



problem solving and collaborative care planning
Well‐developed communication and relationship‐building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, families, GPs and community partners
High‐level written communication skills, including preparation of clear, concise and timely clinical documentation and reports
A commitment to quality improvement, professional excellence and achieving positive outcomes for older people
Join Us
If you are looking for a rewarding senior role where your expertise is valued, your clinical judgement is trusted, and your work directly improves the lives of older people, we'd love to hear from you.
Bring your occupational therapy expertise to a team that is committed to helping older people live well, safely and independently at home.
Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.
Want To Know More?
Contact:
Amanda Smith , Director Occupational Therapy , ************ , ******
Application Closing Date:
***** pm Sunday 06 September ****
Attachments:
Occupational Therapist Role Description
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Applicant Information:
We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.
Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part‐time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Job ref: ******
Advertised:
19 Aug **** Cen.
Australia Standard Time
Applications close:
06 Sep **** Cen.
Australia Standard Time
Locations
Adelaide Metro Southern 1
Work type
Full time 1
Local Health Network / Business
40 - Southern Adelaide Local Health Network 1
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