Make Every Day Count—Become an Occupational Therapist at Vivir Healthcare!

• Industry-Leading Organisation with Commitment to Excellence
• Professional Growth Opportunities with a Supportive Team Environment
• Rewarding Work with Opportunities for Growth

Location(s): Ballarat and Trentham, Victoria

Must be able to travel to Trentham for at least one day per week.

Join Australia's Leading Allied Health Provider

Vivir Healthcare is Australia’s leading Healthcare Provider within the Aged, Community and Disability sectors. We make a difference to over 20,000 lives every week by providing Allied Health solutions in residential aged care facilities, community, as well as in the homes of elderly people, and retirement villages.

Our team has been working to improve the lives of elderly Australians for over 20 years, blending expert aged care services with a genuine commitment to high-quality care.

Vivir Healthcare works in conjunction with customers developing client specific Allied Health programs designed to cater for all residents/clients/consumers across the elderly and disabled population groups. Guided by our core principles of ‘Stronger together’ and ‘Even better tomorrow’, our new programs ensure older and disabled Australians continue to have access to essential Allied Health services.

About the role

Duties and Responsibilities:

This role involves a variety of occupational therapy services provided to NDIS/Homecare participants.

Some regular duties include:

• Administering OT assessments across our dynamic caseloads
• Working in the school, community, and home environments
• Provision of therapy which are tailored to Homecare participants to promote best outcomes
• Doing Functional Capacity Assessments / Supported Independent Living and Specialist Disability Accommodation assessments
• Assistive Technology Assessments for specialised equipment prescription
• Completing progress notes/documentation
• Manual Handling training and education
• Pressure care education and therapy
• Sensory assessments and sensory integration focused interventions
• Opportunity to work in Paediatrics space
• Therapy and rehabilitation including capacity building interventions for daily living skills
• Falls Prevention
• Home modifications (minor and complex home modifications)

We welcome Occupational Therapists interested in enhancing their skills in the NDIS space, as our team includes experienced leaders and supervisors ready to provide support & training in this area.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or equivalent approved by AHPRA –Full Registration
• Has a valid Drivers’ license and reliable vehicle
• Possesses a Professional indemnity insurance, or is willing to obtain it
• Has a valid NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or is willing to obtain it
• Has a 2024 Flu Vaccine Certificate, or is willing to obtain it
• Has a COVID vaccine certificate, or is willing to obtain it
• Has the ability to work independently in a remote team environment
• Has experience and skills in NDIS, prescription of assistive technology and home modifications preferred.

Opportunities available across Residential Aged care, Community Home care and NDIS.

Company Benefits

Due to rapid growth, we have exciting opportunities for energetic and passionate clinicians to join our dynamic team, and we are currently offering:

• Flexible working arrangements offered for clinicians seeking employment during school hours and part-time schedules
• Weekly peer support - A culture of team learning and sharing wins
• Dedicated supervisors and team leaders comprised of experienced clinicians
• Individualized supervisory framework to support learning and development
• Access to internal Learning Hub that provides assessment resources, therapy resources and in-house Professional Development
• Monthly professional development with internal/external presenters
• A structured and progressive career path with potential to lead to a management role
• Employee assistance program – Access to 24/7 confidential mental health and wellbeing support
• Reward and recognition program
• Novated leasing - Finance a vehicle using your pre-tax income

Click here to learn more about Vivir Healthcare.

Apply Now! Join our dynamic team and make a difference at Vivir Healthcare. Apply online or contact our Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@vivir.com.au to know more about the role.

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Join Vivir Healthcare and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others every day. We look forward to welcoming you onboard!

Vivir Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #work180

Unlock Your Potential with Vivir Healthcare - Apply Today!

• Has a Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or equivalent approved by AHPRA –Full Registration
• Has a valid Drivers’ license and reliable vehicle
• Possesses a Professional indemnity insurance, or is willing to obtain it
• Has a valid NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or is willing to obtain it
• Has a 2024 Flu Vaccine Certificate, or is willing to obtain it
• Has a COVID vaccine certificate, or is willing to obtain it
• Has the ability to work independently in a remote team environment
• Has experience and skills in NDIS, prescription of assistive technology and home modifications preferred.