TranslateIndigo (formerly Independent Living Centre WA) is a leading provider of Assistive technology (devices and equipment), home modifications, therapy, and professional education. We provide tailored allied health and AT solutions to people with disability, seniors, carers, health professionals and educators. Through our customer-centric services we aim to achieve greater independence and inclusion for all.
THE ROLE
This role involves the completion of Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist assessments and interventions for aged care clients in their own homes. This role is based in the Metro Southeast area delivering CHSP funded services. This is a hybrid role working with clients, in the office and from home.
The duties will include:
- Undertaking person-centred assessments that identify the customers' functional capacity, strengths and lifestyle goals and develop a holistic, individualised person-centred therapy plan in partnership with the customer and their carer
- Provision of expert advice, assessment and prescription of AT, home modifications to CHSP eligible clients, wellness and reablement and funding and grant options available
- Preparation of professional reports and funding applications as required
- Assist with coordination of referrals, planning, delivery, and evaluation.
Occupational Therapists working at Indigo provide professional advice, services and support in Assistive Technology, Home Modification assessment and prescription, and Allied Health Therapy Services.
Physiotherapists provide professional advice, services and support in Assistive Technology, mobility assessments, home exercise programs and falls prevention programs.
THE CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will be a passionate, self-driven, and innovative Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist. Being flexible and organised with a high standard of communication, problem-solving and initiative are essential in the role, as are time management skills.
Sound clinical expertise, preferably within the Aged Care sector and experience working with assistive technology and home modification desirable.
The candidate will possess:
- A passion for providing person centred supports.
- A strong interest and desire to develop skills regarding AT assessment and prescription.
- Knowledge of and willingness to up-skill in home modification assessment.
- Advanced ICT skills (including use of databases and Microsoft Office suite applications).
- The ability to work with individuals, care givers, health professionals and other staff within a consultative and collaborative environment to achieve positive outcomes for clients.
- Current registration with AHPRA.
- Experience working with people with disabilities and/or experience with Assistive Technologies
WE OFFER
- Rewarding work and being part of a “Values based” organisation – making a difference in people’s lives
- Ongoing support, training and professional development
- Remote work setup and support
- Travel reimbursement
- Generous salary packaging, up to an additional $18,549 tax free FBT (including the ability to package relocation expenses for those eligible)
- True work life balance with additional 3.5 days leave (pro-rata) / ability to purchase additional leave.
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
- Health & Well-being Program including flu vaccination, EAP support
APPLY
Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist - CHSP Job in Nedlands, Perth WA - SEEK
- View full Position Description view at " Join Our Team" https://www.indigosolutions.org.au/about-us/join-our-team or email hr@indigosolutions.org.au .
- Contact Michelle Fernandes Manager – Ages Care & Disability Services at michelle.fernandes@indigosolutions.org.au to discuss the specifics of the position
Short listing will commence immediately, and we reserve the right to interview prior to advert closing. We thank all candidates for their interest and taking the time to apply for this position at Indigo.
Prerequisite for this role include:
- NDIS worker Screening Check
- Current First Aid and CPR
- WA Drivers licence
Only those with the right to live & work in Australia need apply.
Mission: We strive towards our mission of a community in which all abilities are valued, where people have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to participate.
Values: Passion, Integrity, Creativity, Together
Prerequisite for this role include:
- NDIS worker Screening Check
- Current First Aid and CPR
- WA Drivers licence
Only those with the right to live & work in Australia need apply.
We value our people at Indigo and strive to have a positive and adaptive culture, one that aligns with our values; so cultural fit is just as important to us as qualifications, technical skill and experience. We promote and support diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any additional support during the recruitment/interview phase, please contact hr@indigosolutions.org.au
Indigo complies with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, and the Commonwealth Child Safe Framework. iLA (or Indigo) has policies and procedures in place, that ensure that the organisation upholds the safety of children that engage, in any way, with iLA (or Indigo) services.
Indigo’s Child Safe Policy, and related documents, ensure child safe practices are maintained at all times.
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