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ABOUT US

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 facilities, transition care programs, 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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently seeking applications from experienced Occupational Therapists for our Kinross facility. This role is offered on a permanent part time basis – 30.4hrs per fortnight.

Weeks 1 & 2:

Monday 0800-1615

Tuesday 0800-1615

Please note, you must be able to commit to all days/shifts to be considered.

Key responsibilities:

• Complete, interpret and analyse, assessment information on physical and mental function, relating to client occupation (inclusive of activities of daily living, sensorimotor function, community access, social and leisure)
• Consult on the selection of aids and equipment for specific and general use, in the home and in the facility
• Conduct OT Home Assessments as indicated and completes reports and disseminates as required. Provide advice and recommendations on home modifications that will enhance care recipients independence
• Formulate treatment objectives for the purpose of restoration or maintenance of function
• Frequently review treatment objectives to ensure their continued application.
• Implement and/or delegate treatment programs to address problems of activities of daily living, and sensorimotor function
• Record treatment results and disseminates information to all relevant personnel
• Provide education to the family carer to enable them to manage more effectively in the home environment
• Order materials and supplies in conjunction with Service/Centre Operations Manager.
• Ensure maintenance and economic and safe use of all resources and equipment.
• Provide mentoring, supervision and support to therapy staff
• Comply with Amana Living policies and procedures and contributes to continuous improvement practices
• Ensure all members of the team actively demonstrate and promote AL’s philosophy of care and organisational culture in all activities

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) or equivalent with registration
• Experience working with residents living with dementia
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Knowledge of the resident classification scale, accreditation and continuous improvement
• High level communication and consultation skills
• Well-developed computer skills
• Valid Police Clearance less than 6 months old (or ability to obtain at interview stage)
• Successful completion of pre medical form and reference checks
• Current Flu Vaccination and Covid Vaccination as per Amana Living policies
• NDIS Screening or willing to obtain
• Willingness to attend a paid 5 day induction (Monday – Friday) at our Rivervale Training Institute.

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

Working for Amana Living not only offers you a fulfilling career, we also offer industry leading pay rates a range of other benefits:

• Employment with a leading aged care provider in a growing sector
• Attractive rates of pay and the ability to salary package up to $18,550 per annum
• Discounted private health insurance with HBF and Medibank
• Opportunity to study nationally accredited courses in Aged Care

HOW TO APPLY

If you can commit to the days/hours listed above and meet the Essential Criteria, please apply now with a copy of your resume. Interviewing and shortlisting will commence immediately!