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Occupational Therapy Assistant | Lefroy Care Centre

Occupational Therapy Assistant | Lefroy Care Centre

Amana LivingWes-Kaap, South Africa
2 days ago
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Occupational Therapy Assistant | Lefroy Care Centre

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Why Choose Amana Living? Amana Living is one of the largest aged care providers in Western Australia and has been responding to the needs of older people and those who care for them since 1962. We offer a broad range of services, including residential care homes, transition care programmes, retirement living villages, home care, day care, respite, and dementia‑specific services. Together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life.

Our vision is a community where every older person is honoured and valued. Our mission is to enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life. Our values are compassion, collaboration, curiosity, inclusion and trust. Amana Living is proud to lead in reforms that benefit our workforce, caring for those who care and for a career.

Our Benefits

  • Competitive rates
  • Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550
  • School holidays childcare assistance
  • Continued superannuation contribution for employees who are on paid on unpaid parental leave
  • Health and wellbeing programmes and more!
  • Ongoing training and development to keep your skills growing.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

At Amana Living, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Join us in making a difference!

The Position

Based in Bull Creek, the role of the Occupational Therapy Assistant is to provide therapeutic group and individual programmes and perform delegated client treatment plans under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist. This is a permanent part‑time role offering 37.5 hours per fortnight.

Schedule

Week 1 – Monday : 10 : 00 – 18 : 00; Tuesday : 10 : 00 – 18 : 00.

Week 2 – Monday : 10 : 00 – 18 : 00; Tuesday : 10 : 00 – 18 : 00; Sunday : 10 : 00 – 18 : 00.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supports the occupational therapist in implementing the occupational therapy program according to the care plan.
  • Enhance the quality of life and independence of Amana Living residents / clients by implementing therapeutic group activities as directed by the occupational therapist.
  • Participates in therapy meetings and in organising activities and events for residents based on the interests and preferences of the resident cohort.
  • Assists day‑to‑day management of therapy equipment on site including equipment cleaning and organising ordering of stock.
  • Observes clients’ responses to treatment programmes, and reports findings to the clinical team.
  • Communicates effectively both written and verbally with the clinical team.
  • Works within limits of own knowledge and ability and promptly refers problems or concerns to the clinical team or manager, including any deterioration of an individual.
  • Supports the rights, interests and needs of the care recipient.
  • Identifies and utilises opportunities to use the strengths of the individual to promote and enable independence during normal daily activities such as personal hygiene, and mealtimes.
  • Supports the management / clinical team to maintain accreditation compliance with the quality standards.
  • Complies with Amana Living policies and procedures; and contributes to continuous improvement systems.
  • Attends and actively participates in compulsory training sessions and meetings.
  • About You

    The successful candidate will have current knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices within a health / aged care environment. Will be able to show exceptional organisational skills and the ability to complete busy workloads and respond to changing priorities.

    Essential Criteria

  • Evidence of COVID-19 and Current Flu vaccinations per Amana Living policies.
  • Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6‑month validity).
  • Successful completion of pre‑employment medical and reference checks.
  • Knowledge of the resident classification scale, accreditation and continuous improvement.
  • NDIS clearance (or willingness to obtain).
  • Willingness to attend 4 days paid induction at our Rivervale Training Institute.
  • How To Apply

    If you are interested in this role and meet the essential criteria, please click the "apply now" button. Amana Living reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date. Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately.

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