Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Aged Care Assessment Team

Description:

$37.03 - $52.83 per hour + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time and Part Time (various hours) | REQ568593 | Grade: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 | Applications close: 29 April 2025

This is a temporarily funded position until 28 December 2025 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The key role is to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive Aged care assessments, referral, support and information to patient/client/carer of clients regarding services that require access to Australian commonwealth funded aged care placement or alternate services. The role also contributes to the formulation of care plans to meet the needs of the elderly person and their carer, according to Department of Health and Aging ACAT guidelines. The role aims to provide efficient, effective, consistent and timely assessment of clients. It ensures that there is a uniformity and equity of access for patients in acute care facilities as well as community clients who require ACAT assessments for Residential Care, entry to TACP, or community packages whilst working within the legislative requirements of the Aged Care Act 1997.

Positions available from our Fairy Meadow office and David Berry Hospital site

For more information and to view the position classification, see the here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

· Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

· – less tax and more take-home pay

· – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

· - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

· – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

· Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information

· Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now

by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria

· Applicable vaccination requirements for a role.

· Aged Care Check

· Current AHPRA Registration

· Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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