Occupational Therapist

The opportunity

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference to someone’s day, improve their quality of life and have variety in your work? Tired of long days in the hospital or clinic? Or perhaps you’re looking for a challenge where you can put your skills to the test through problem solving, developing individual care plans and tailoring your care to each client’s unique needs.

Join a team where you can help older Australians stay safe, happy and healthy living in their own homes. An Occupational Therapy role in Silverchain’s Allied Health team can offer you the refreshing change you’ve been looking for.

What’s on offer

A career in Occupational Therapy with Silverchain offers :

• Enhance your clinical skills in an autonomous role – be responsible for your caseload
• Monday to Friday 9am-5pm shifts – no weekend work.
• Job satisfaction – feel appreciated and valued by your clients.
• Great team environment – be part of a supportive and hardworking multidisciplinary team.
• Daily variety – support a diverse range of clients across the in home aged and health care sector and enhance your clinical skills
• Attractive wages + up to $18,550 tax free salary packaging options.

What we’re looking for

To be considered for this role, you will have :

The role

As a Silverchain Occupational Therapist, you will visit clients in their own homes, providing practical advice, services and solutions so they can maintain their independence and wellbeing.

Our Occupational Therapists provide a wide variety of services, from ADL assessments and equipment prescription to home modifications and intervention services. You’ll be focused on supporting the physical, functional and cognitive abilities of our clients, with the aim of increasing mobility and reducing falls risks.

Your caseload will be varied and you’ll play a key role in the health and wellbeing of clients with a range of health needs, including chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal disorders, diabetes and dementia. You will be responsible for developing care plans and solutions tailored to each client’s individual needs.

Our Occupational Therapists work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care and support to our clients.  Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with families, other clinicians and the wider Silverchain care team is vital for this role.

Why choose Silverchain

Silverchain is one of Australia’s leading in home care specialists, trusted by Australians to deliver care that is differentiated by quality and safety for 130 years.

We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards.

As a not for profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home.

We'll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.

How to apply

To submit your application, click ‘Apply’.

Prior to commencement, every preferred candidate must complete a National Police check, Work Rights check and confirm their COVID-19 vaccination status (although not mandatory it is highly recommended).

At Silverchain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.

For more information contact our recruitment team at talent.khs@silverchain.org.au.

Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email and unsolicited applications from agencies will not be accepted. We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process and extend or withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date.