Occupational Therapist

Roles and Responsibilities:
• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments to identify client needs and goals.
• Develop and implement personalised, evidence-based intervention plans to enhance safety, independence, and daily participation.
• Provide services within clients’ homes and community settings across the catchment area.
• Implement Allied Health intake procedures in line with NDCH guidelines.
• Recommend home modifications, assistive devices, and risk-reduction strategies, including SWEP coordination.
• Collaborate with families, carers, builders, suppliers, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely client documentation and statistics using NDCH systems.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with HACC and CHSP standards.
• Deliver community education and health promotion programs focused on injury prevention and healthy ageing.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy and Allied Health Assistant students.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision to maintain safe and reflective practice.

Qualification:
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.

Experience:
• Experience in clinical occupational therapy practice across acute and/or community settings.
• Experience in education, supervision, and client engagement.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice, ethical standards, and trauma-informed care desirable.

Skills:
• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of Social Determinants of Health and community-based care.
• Excellent time management and flexibility across multiple service locations.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in digital clinical systems and adaptability to new technologies.
• Commitment to safety, WH&S standards, and quality improvement.

About the Company:
Northern District Community Health (NDCH) has supported healthy and inclusive rural communities for over 30 years. Serving the Gannawarra, Buloke, Loddon Shires, and the Rural City of Swan Hill, NDCH provides integrated services including medical care, allied health, nursing, mental health, and in-home support programs. As a not-for-profit organisation, NDCH offers salary packaging, flexible work arrangements, and meaningful career opportunities while promoting community wellbeing and inclusivity.