Occupational Therapist – Grade 2

CrossNation Healthcare Partner

Role Snapshot

The Occupational Therapist (Grade 2) is responsible for the provision of a range of advanced, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services and programs within a social model of health, with the aim of minimising the effects of impairment and disability within the Mildura Local Government Area (LGA). In addition to direct clinical service delivery, the Grade 2 OT provides clinical leadership, supervision, and mentoring to Grade 1 OTs, Allied Health Assistants, and student placements. The role co-ordinates multidisciplinary meetings, leads service improvement initiatives, and represents the organisation on key networks and projects. Services are delivered across Victorian Department of Health, My Aged Care, NDIS, fee for service, and brokerage.

What You Will Do

• Provide advanced evidence-based assessment and intervention for clients of all ages across activities of daily living (ADL), with a focus on prevention and early intervention
• Provide flexible service delivery including individual/group programs, health education, early identification, and capacity-building initiatives in the client's natural setting
• Formulate, record, and manage individual care plans for all clients including those in therapeutic groups
• Work within established service standards with a focus on client-centred practice and self-management

Leadership and Team Contribution

• Provide clinical supervision, professional development support, and workload management for Grade 1 OTs, AHAs, and student placements
• Co-ordinate multidisciplinary meetings, client case conferences, service planning, and evaluation activities
• Delegate to and supervise Allied Health Assistants and students within their scope of practice
• Represent the organisation on key working parties, networks, and project initiatives

Service Improvement

• Lead the development, review, and management of OT clinical documents in the quality management system
• Champion innovation and best practice service delivery initiatives across the organisation
• Assist in the development and maintenance of equipment and resources for effective service delivery
• Participate in regular clinical supervision/mentoring with a senior staff member
• Participate in quality activities including auditing as directed

Stakeholder and Community Engagement

• Liaise and collaborate with health professionals, consumers, services, and community agencies
• Represent the organisation on key working parties, networks, and specific project initiatives

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Operational Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary model of care and contribute to integrated service delivery
• Collaborate with the Team Leader and Manager to monitor service performance
• Ensure documentation is timely, accurate, and consistent with organisational policy
• Enter data into the client management system to ensure statistical data and invoicing are accurate
• Manage workload and diary to meet service demands and funding targets
• Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment, modelling ethical behaviour and practices
• Operate, adhere to and demonstrate organisational Mission, Vision and Values
• Participate in quality improvement projects, clinical audits, and service evaluation activities
• Other reasonable duties as directed

What Will Help You Succeed

• Demonstrated clinical leadership and ability to supervise and mentor junior clinicians
• Advanced OT assessment, intervention, and care coordination skills across the lifespan
• Commitment to service improvement, evidence-based practice, and innovation

Desirable Experience

• Post-graduate qualifications in a relevant area
• Experience in providing clinical supervision
• Experience developing work practices, policies, and procedures
• Current driver's licence (essential – community home visiting required)

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy as recognised by Occupational Therapy Australia – essential
• Current registration with AHPRA – essential
• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate clinical experience in evidence-based, client-centred OT – essential
• Demonstrated leadership within OT and/or a multidisciplinary team – essential
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Current driver's licence – essential
• Working With Children Check (Employee) – required prior to commencement
• NDIS Worker Screening Check – required prior to commencement

Skills and Capabilities

• Advanced proficiency in ADL assessment, assistive technology, home modification, and functional capacity evaluation
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and provide effective clinical supervision
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice frameworks and quality management systems
• Highly developed problem-solving, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy with client management systems and Microsoft Office suite
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements and infection control standards

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, person-centred approach to care
• Reliable, accountable, and organised
• Culturally sensitive with respect for diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
• Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving ability
• Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous professional development
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and approachable

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Compliance and Screening

• National Police Check (mandatory for all staff)
• Working With Children Check – Employee (where applicable)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (for all client-contact roles)
• Immunisation evidence per Category A health worker requirements
• Proof of identity and AHPRA registration (where applicable)
• Right to work in Australia – citizen, PR, or valid work authorisation

Professional Standards

All registered professionals must comply with AHPRA requirements, relevant professional body Codes of Conduct, and applicable legislation including the OH&S; Act, Privacy Act, Health Records Act, and Public Health and Wellbeing Act.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, mature-age workers, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Employment Conditions

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced evidence-based assessment and intervention for clients of all ages across activities of daily living (ADL), with a focus on prevention and early intervention
• Provide flexible service delivery including individual/group programs, health education, early identification, and capacity-building initiatives in the client's natural setting
• Formulate, record, and manage individual care plans for all clients including those in therapeutic groups
• Work within established service standards with a focus on client-centred practice and self-management

Requirements & Compliance

• Post-graduate qualifications in a relevant area
• Experience in providing clinical supervision
• Experience developing work practices, policies, and procedures
• Current driver's licence (essential – community home visiting required)
• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy as recognised by Occupational Therapy Australia – essential
• Current registration with AHPRA – essential
• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate clinical experience in evidence-based, client-centred OT – essential
• Demonstrated leadership within OT and/or a multidisciplinary team – essential
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Current driver's licence – essential
• Working With Children Check (Employee) – required prior to commencement
• NDIS Worker Screening Check – required prior to commencement
• Advanced proficiency in ADL assessment, assistive technology, home modification, and functional capacity evaluation
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and provide effective clinical supervision
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice frameworks and quality management systems
• Highly developed problem-solving, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy with client management systems and Microsoft Office suite
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements and infection control standards