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Occupational Therapist
About Us:
At Uniting AgeWell, we support older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence. We are a values-based organization committed to providing high-quality community and residential services. For more information, please visit www.unitingagewell.org.
Why Choose Uniting AgeWell - Allied Health (West Melbourne Metro Region)?
- Established Allied Health environment: Be part of our Northcote Allied Health service, supporting older adults across Melbourne’s inner north through a well‑established metro program
- Strong team culture: Join a collaborative Allied Health team that enjoys working together. You will have autonomy over your caseload, supported by approachable leaders, shared problem‑solving, and day‑to‑day support from colleagues
- Growth and influence: Be part of a service in an active growth phase, with opportunities to contribute to how Allied Health services are delivered across the inner‑north metro region
Other great benefits on offer:
- Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
- Annual Leave loading
- Opportunities to progress into senior clinical or leadership roles
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7.
- Enhanced Parental Leave options
- Not for profit, values-based organisation
About the role:
You will deliver home‑based Occupational Therapy services across the North Melbourne metro region, supporting clients aged 65+ through a range of funding streams, including Support at Home (SAH) and CHSP.
About You:
You are an Occupational Therapist with strong clinical reasoning and a client‑centred approach. You work to evidence‑based standards, adapt well to change, and contribute positively to team culture. You value collaboration, seek feedback, and are committed to supporting older adults to achieve meaningful goals.
This is the place for you if you have:
- Recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Current registration with AHPRA
- Experience in Community Aged Care with HCP/SAH clients
- Knowledge of practice with clients aged 65+
- Ability to manage an individual caseload independently
- Have full Australian working rights and are able to pass a national police clearance
- Have a valid driver's license and access to a car
- Commitment to our BEST values.
Essentials for working in Aged Care:
- A current Working With Children Check card / Vulnerable People card.
- Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
- Australian working rights
- Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance.
Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.
You can access the position description here:
Occupational Therapist PD.pdf
For more information, contact Recruitment@unitingagewell.org and include the position title and Northcote location.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!
