Vacancy Name Care Partner - Occupational Therapist (Entry Level)
Vacancy No VN148
Employment Type Permanent - Full Time
Location City Hobart
Vacancy Details
Care Partner – Occupational Therapist (Entry Level)

Are you a newly qualified Occupational Therapist looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of older Tasmanians?

Start your career with purpose, professional support and the opportunity to help people live independently in their own homes.

Anglicare Tasmania is seeking a passionate and motivated Care Partner – Occupational Therapist (Entry Level) to join our Aged Care Services team. This is a permanent, full-time position (76 hours per fortnight) based in Hobart, however applications from other regions of Tasmania may also be considered. Part-time arrangements may be negotiated for the right candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity for a newer graduate Occupational Therapist looking to develop their clinical skills while building meaningful relationships with older people in our community.

Working as part of our Home Care team, you will support older Tasmanians to remain safe, independent and engaged in their everyday lives. You will combine occupational therapy practice with personalised care planning, service coordination and practical strategies that promote independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

What will you be doing?
Undertaking occupational therapy assessments, including functional and home safety assessments.
Recommending assistive technology, equipment, home modifications and practical strategies to support independence.
Developing and reviewing personalised care plans in partnership with older people and their support networks.
Supporting reablement, falls prevention, safe daily activities and improved functional outcomes.
Working collaboratively with Registered Nurses, allied health professionals and other care partners to coordinate quality care.
Building trusted relationships with participants, families and service providers.
What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who genuinely cares about people and is enthusiastic about developing their career in community aged care.

You will have:
Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia through AHPRA.
Strong communication skills, empathy and a person-centred approach to care.
An interest in supporting older people to maintain independence and wellbeing in their own homes.
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A willingness to learn, seek guidance and develop your professional capabilities.
A current Australian Driver Licence.
New graduates are encouraged to apply. You do not need extensive experience in aged care. We are looking for someone with the right professional foundations, values and willingness to learn.

What we can offer you:
A supportive team environment with regular professional supervision, mentoring and clinical guidance.
Opportunities to develop your occupational therapy skills in community-based aged care.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Salary packaging benefits.
Meaningful work supporting older Tasmanians to live safely and independently.
About Anglicare Tasmania

At Anglicare Tasmania, we care about supporting the Tasmanian community through advocating for social justice and providing programs across aged care, housing, families, alcohol and other drugs, acquired injuries and more.

Our workplace culture embraces diversity and inclusion, and we live our values of hope, compassion, justice and respect.

We work with purpose to make a difference in the lives of people in need, supporting a brighter future for the Tasmanian community.