Occupational Therapist / Kaihaumanu Mahi
Laura Fergusson Trust Wellington
What the role involves
- Supporting client adjustment
- Monitoring client progress
- Collaborating with allied health staff
What they ask for
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy; minimum 2 years clinical experience; NZ Practising Certificate; NZ full driving licence; NZ citizen, resident or holder of a work visa
- 2+ yrs experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Professional licence or registration
- Driver licence
About the job
Situation Vacant
Occupational Therapist / Kaihaumanu Mahi – Community Team
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist. This position is based in the community (greater Wellington region) and on-site at Laura Fergusson Trust in Lower Hutt. This role will work with clients with brain injury or other complex disabilities/injuries.
What’s in it for you?
- Manage your own caseload independently
- No weekend work
- Make a difference in people’s lives!
Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role
Education
This role involves a variety of clinical work (assessment, intervention, innovation, equipment, and education) for injury-related rehabilitation to restore clients’ independence & ability to participate in their everyday life:
- Supporting clients to adjust to changes & challenges in their lives
- Monitoring and reporting client progress
- Assisting clinical aspects within our residential service include assessing and treating clients to achieve independence and wellbeing
- Collaborating with other Allied Health staff through our interdisciplinary team
Nga taonga kei roto I tou kete matauranga | What you bring
The Successful Applicant Will Have
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience
- NZ Practising Certificate
- NZ full driving licence
- NZ citizen, resident or holder of a work visa
Me pēhea te tono | To apply for this role:
- Complete the online Application Form.
- Please submit CV along with a cover letter outlining your experience, skills and what you would bring to this role.
E pā ana ki a tatou | About us
We are an independent, charitable provider of residential care for those living with disability. We are driven to help our clients achieve independence and self-determination and strive to inspire opportunities for belonging.
Ngā mātāpono | Our Values
- Empathy, Aroha - We are kind, and have a desire to know and understand others
- Embracing Diversity, Kanorau Awhitanga - We respect people, value difference and are committed to equity
- Courage, Kia Maia - We are prepared to change and lead the way by being the best we can be
Job Description
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