Occupational Therapist - Grade 1

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent position
• Full Time (80 hours per fortnight + monthly ADOs) 
• Occupational Therapy Grade 1 Year 1-5 (VE8-VF3)
• Located at Caulfield Hospital - Caulfield Community Health Service
• Great staff benefits!

The Department 

The Caulfield Community Health Service (CCHS) is co-located on the Caulfield Hospital site, and provides a range of clinical and health promotion services for people of all ages who live, work or study within the local community. These multi-disciplinary services are provided in the centre, community, home or via Telehealth. Following assessment, the work will largely involve equipment prescription, home modifications, and referral and liaison with other services to increase or maintain independence, and reduce risk in the home. The majority of the clients will be over 65 and referred via My Aged Care under the Commonwealth Home Support Program.

The Role

The Occupational Therapy position will sit within the Adult Health team and you will: 

• Provide comprehensive assessments, recommendations and OT services to clients living at home
• Develop and implement person centred care plans 
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to client support 
• Liaise with relevant agencies to coordinate, facilitate and communicate client treatment and outcomes. This could include local councils and contractors to facilitate installation of home modifications, and equipment suppliers
• Demonstrate an understanding of pathways within the health care system in order to help facilitate appropriate care and advocate for clients with complex care needs (e.g. My Aged Care,  Commonwealth Home Support Program, Home Care Packages)

Qualifications and Experience Required 

• Degree in Occupational Therapy 
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and adherence to continuing professional development requirements 
• Registration with the State-wide Equipment Program (SWEP) and Geat2Go
• Demonstrated occupational therapy clinical experience relevant to the community health sector (mimimum 2 years experience)
• Current Victorian drivers licence 

Staff Benefits 

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

Please include a cover letter and CV outlining how your experience relates to this role.

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Kerryn Woolley or Katie Hall on 03 9076 6666.

Applications close 11pm AEST, Thursday 30th January 2025.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au