Occupational Therapist

Overview Perth Healthcare and Support Enterprise – Bunbury WA We have an exciting position for an Occupational Therapist for our Bunbury Site. Are you ready to make a real impact on people’s lives and be rewarded for the work that you do? PHASE is committed to empowering our team and clients to reach their potential and live life to the fullest. You will earn a competitive salary and be supported in your continuing professional development. You will be joining a highly supportive and collaborative team Job Type: Permanent Location: Bunbury WA About us At PHASE, we provide therapy services in a supportive, neuro-affirming environment across our South-West Region. We're passionate about creating workplace cultures that prioritise wellbeing, health equity and accessible care for children, young people, and adults from all cultural backgrounds. Come and experience our learning culture firsthand and discover why our small multidisciplinary team makes such a big difference in our community and to our practitioners What you will do Plan, implement and evaluate individual client occupational therapy programs that support engagement, regulation and independence Work collaboratively with clients, families, administration staff, and other allied health services (psychology, counselling, speech and play therapy, etc.) Assist parents/families to develop understanding and knowledge of the NDIS to support their ability to make informed decisions where possible Assess home and school environments Undertake ongoing professional development, education and training relating to clinical practice, including neurodiverse practices Collaborate and work closely with staff and psychologists on shared cases to support common goals Provide Psychoeducation on Interoception, Connection, sensory preferences, regulation and occupational wellbeing Conduct functional, developmental and sensory assessments Develop and write Functional Capacity Assessment reports for NDIS and other funding bodies as required Provide reports and evidence to support plan reviews, funding renewals, GP letters and school funding Collaborate with schools to improve engagement, provide teachers with strategies to improve classroom engagement and reduce stress, specifically for neurodivergent students Ensure all practice meets professional, organisational, legal and ethical requirements Participate in regular team meetings, supervision and ongoing training Assess to MYP, goal-setting tools, interoception curriculum, etc With a strong NDIS focus, you will have the opportunity to tailor the role towards an assessment or therapy-based mixed caseload, including Adult and/or Paediatric clients. Your role will include: Functional / Activities of Daily Living Assessments and Support Needs recommendations Assistive Technology Assessments for people with simple and complex needs, and the opportunity to expand your skills/expertise. Fine Motor and Gross Motor therapy Housing needs Assessments, including SIL/SDA or ILO accommodation options. 1:1 Therapy - evidence-based and goal-oriented interventions. 24-Hour seating and positioning assessment and implementation of recommendations Adult Therapy (including group or 1:1 sessions) Manual Handling Assessments and Training Developmental Milestone Assessments for early intervention (0-5) and/or school-aged (5-12) children (if you desire a paediatric caseload) Sensory Assessments and Interventions Emotional Regulation and Behavioural strategies working with Parents / Carers / Teachers (in-clinic, homes and schools). About You You will have a genuine passion for assisting people in living life to the fullest. You will have a desire to make a positive impact on a person's life, a commitment to developing your career and clinical expertise, keen to work in a collaborative team environment and be rewarded for it. Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with AHPRA Must provide a Working with Children Check and a National Police Check Current driver’s license and own vehicle are essential. NDIS Workers Screening NDIS Workers Orientation Module Degree majoring in Occupational Therapy, or equivalent/relevant qualification How To Apply Submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria. For more information, contact: *********@perthealthcare.com.au We look forward to receiving your application. Supporting Diversity and Inclusion: If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or for any confidential enquiries, don't hesitate to get in touch with the PHASE TALENT Team on +61 or via email:*****@perthealthcare.com.au For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Dr Rugiatu Bah-Mulombwa, Clinical Lead on *** or via email***************@perthealthcare.com.au #J-18808-Ljbffr