Occupational Therapist Moline House, Upington

The Role The role of the Occupational Therapist will be responsible for providing occupational therapy services to clients within Amana Living’s residential care facilities. They assess the therapeutic needs of the residents, plan person centered interventions that aid the resident to maintain or improve their functional performance, and deliver and evaluate these therapeutic interventions. This position is based at Moline House in Karrinyup.

This role is offered on a permanent part time fixed term basis working 3 days a week, 30.40 hours per fortnight. Fixed term contract begins July 2026 up until October 2027.

Work Schedule

Week 1: Tuesday 09:00‑14:00, Wednesday 07:30‑14:14, Thursday 09:30‑14:00

Week 2: Tuesday 09:00‑14:00, Wednesday 07:30‑14:10, Thursday 09:30‑14:00

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments that identify the client’s functional capacity, strengths, and lifestyle goals

Provide recommendations for client care and report writing

Enhance the quality of life and independence of Amana Living clients by delivering evidence based occupational therapy interventions

Contribute to the development of holistic, individualized, client focused care plans in partnership with the resident and their carer/advocate and Amana Living team

Contribute to the development and monitoring of therapeutic activity programs in assigned residential care sites, ensuring compliance with the Aged Care Quality and Safety Standards

Provide individualized therapy services, including equipment prescription to enable older people to maintain functional capacity, prevent deterioration, maximize quality of life and re-engage with community activities

Completion of pain management interventions in accordance with ACFI requirements

Regularly review and evaluate client therapy plans to ensure identified goals are achieved and quality of life and healthy ageing promoted

Maintain current knowledge of contemporary occupational therapy techniques and healthcare issues, ensuring all clinical practice is in accordance with the relevant legislative requirements, professional code of ethics, professional code of conduct and available evidence

Ensure all documentation is timely, accurate and maintained and actioned in accordance with the Amana Living Clinical Governance Framework, organizational policies and procedures and confidentiality agreement

Consult with Amana Living staff in a multi-disciplinary manner, including making recommendations for involvement of other allied health professionals

About You The successful candidate will have experience in program development and the delivery of evidence based occupational therapy interventions within the Aged Care or Services sector. You will demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously in a complex environment characterised by competing demands and tight timelines.

Essential Criteria

Previous experience working with people living with dementia

Evidence of current 2024 flu vaccinations as per Amana Living policies

Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6-months validity)

NDIS Clearance (or ability to obtain)

Successful completion of pre-employment physical and reference checks

Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) Degree

Current Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA)

Willing to attend a 2‑day induction based at Amana Living Training Institute from 8:30 am‑4 pm

Benefits

Competitive rates

Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550

School holidays childcare assistance

Continued superannuation contribution for employees who are on paid or unpaid parental leave

Health and wellbeing programs

Ongoing training and development to keep your skills growing

Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Amana Living reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date. Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately.

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