Occupational Therapist
vor 3 Wochen
Physiotherapy, OT & Rehabilitation (Healthcare & Medical)
Government - State (Government & Defence)
Full time
Our Disability Services team support people with disability to lead their best life, at home and in the community.
They provide supported independent living to more than 500 people through a range of disability and aged care funding packages, including the NDIS.
Disability Services is a high quality, rights-based service with a person-centred philosophy of "Everything about you, with you".
Role Details
The Occupational Therapist is a role within DHS Disability Services and is accountable to the Senior Occupational Therapist for:
Occupational Therapist Functional and Sensory Assessments.
Providing a high-level consultancy and education service on equipment selection, usage and prescription to assist the complex needs of clients from all ages and backgrounds.
Working collaboratively with clients, families and carers to improve support provided to people exhibiting behaviours of concern in a way that is respectful of peoples' human rights, puts the client at the centre of planning, and aims to improve quality of life for clients and disability.
Delivering services to participants of the Disability Services for Older Australians (DSOA) and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), in accordance with the goals outlined in their plans, providing a service that aligns with the NDIS practice standards and quality indicators provided by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
Contributing to the development of innovative practices.
Key outcomes and accountabilities:
Provide a person-centred clinical approach to support for NDIS and DSOA participants through a range of assessments, intervention, assistive technology prescription, ongoing building therapy, home modification and report writing.
Plan for NDIS and DSOA participants to maximise their level of function, capacity, social engagement, housing suitability, and ongoing contribution to their community.
Deliver relevant education including Advanced Manual Task training and consultancy across DHS Disability Services.
Provide a high quality, responsive, information and advisory service to clients of high complexity on assistive technology, access and design and alternative techniques for performing daily living tasks with minimal professional direction.
Demonstrate leadership in providing and promoting community resources, information and education sessions for people with disabilities, their families and other service providers on a range of topics relevant to maintaining independence in the home.
High level participation and support of peers in accurate research, recording and maintenance of product information and client resources in relevant databases accessible to clients and relevant stakeholders.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Essential Qualifications:
Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist.
Must have full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board and maintain current registration.
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
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