Senior Occupational Therapist

Location

Occupational Therapist 

Full time hours, senior experience preferred

All applications will be considered 

Join our Dynamic team in Port Macquarie:  

As part of our team in Port Macquarie you have the opportunity to learn and grow within a multidisciplinary team alongside 9 therapists. Our Speechies, Physios and OTs have a mindset of continuous improvement and community engagement, and our self-identified team values are: Kind, supportive, trusting and agile.  

Our caseload at Port Macquarie is very diverse with about 75% clients with CP+ and 25% other disabilities (ASD, GDD etc) with a fairly even spread of paediatric and adult clients. Working in a regional area provides opportunity for rapid career development; therapists will have the opportunity to work with a huge breadth of diagnoses, ages, and disability types, as well as custom moulded seating, high-tech AAC, early intervention and complex mealtime management.  

The clinic is exceptionally well-resourced with 4 specialist treatment rooms, Pool cars, ceiling hoists, eye-gaze technology, magic carpet, huge selection of toys, full switch kit (environmental access), wheelchair scale etc. Whilst the majority of your clients will be seen in the clinic (about 75%) we also visit some clients in their homes or community settings. We work on a ‘regional outreach’ model, meaning we service large community hubs in clustered blocks. The frequency of our visits varies, but we will service clients across Port Macquarie/Wauchope, Taree, Forster, Kempsey, and Coffs Harbour. 

Port Macquarie is a major regional hub, you can get the flavour of a rural environment whilst still having with access to all necessary resources, lower property costs compared to other coastal towns, and almost no traffic/commute challenges. 

What makes CPA special?  

• Professional Development: we are a registered training organisation, providing you with a detailed learning journey and 1:1 guidance from a clinical educator throughout your career. 

• Teamwork: join an experienced multidisciplinary team, including SP, OT, PT and EP, working collaboratively to provide care to clients 

• A Rewarding Caseload: working with diverse clients and complex disability can be incredibly rewarding, with a direct positive impact on clients' daily experience and independence. 

• Client Centered: Cerebral Palsy Research Institute and an experienced team support you to provide evidence-based intervention focused on achieving the client's goals 

• Career Growth: a diverse range of career pathways are possible for you including research, clinical governance, specialisation and management opportunities 

• Flexibility: you will work in both the clinic and community with options for part time, full time, compressed hours or negotiated start/finish times that work for you.  

What We Offer?   

• Salary: clinical salaries are graded with an approximate range of $80-140k incl super including tax free packaging; for more information, please discuss with our recruitment team. 

• Investment in YOU: receive professional development opportunities valued up to $20,000 in your first year and $10,000 each year after that. 

• Relocation allowance: if you're moving for this role, we offer an allowance of up to $5,000, T&Cs apply   

• Tax Benefits: reduce your taxable income further with an optional $2,650 through the meals and entertainment benefit.   

• Discounted Gym Membership: access to Fitness Passport membership for you and your family 

• A Generous Leave Policy: Enjoy up to 3 additional days of leave, 12 weeks of parental leave, 2 weeks of partner leave, compassionate leave, and options for additional pre-paid leave.  

Eligibility Criteria:  

• Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy 

• Evidence of current AHPRA registration. 

• A current driver's license and your own vehicle 

Our Values:  

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance we champion diversity and equitable opportunities for people with disabilities and lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.  

We are passionate, respectful, ethical, curious and courageous. Great Minds Think Differently. 

Ready to Join Us?   

Apply through this job advert or email careers@cerebralpalsy.org.au  

We are committed to supporting inclusivity for anyone with diverse needs and lived experience. Workplace adjustments can be discussed to create a safe and comfortable workplace that supports your health, abilities, and personal needs. 

More information about working for CPA: 

For the safety of staff and clients we have assessed that this role requires a medium level of physical functionality, more details can be found here.   

Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds and advocates for the rights of clients, we are a child safe organisation and all workers must adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.