About Afford

Afford is a recognised Employer of Choice within the disability sector, and we are celebrating our 70th year. We pride ourselves on our reputation of delivering service excellence, person centred care focused on individual outcomes and are highly respected in the disability community.  

About the opportunity:

Due to our continued growth, we are expanding our Allied Health Teams and we require a motivated Therapy Assistant 3 days per week, that can based in any of our state offices across Australia. Our therapists enjoy a great balance of independent work and a connected team environment where they can thrive and add value. Some of the key responsibilities include:

• To assist the Allied Health clinicians to carry out interventions under the direct supervision of the clinicians
• To provide administrative assistance to the Allied Health Team
• Carry out individual interventions adhering to clinician goals, session plans and directives in relation to individual clients (both written and verbal)
• Coordinate and run various group programs adhering to clinician goals, session plans and directives in relation to individual clients (both written and verbal)
• Assist the clinicians with complex clients where there is the need for an additional staff member
• Provide clinicians with feedback in relation to all individuals and groups seen, and complete detailed written progress notes after each session
• Invoice sessions as per NDIS guidelines
• Assisting Allied Health Team Leaders with billing and invoices

About You:

Affords vision is to provide innovative, flexible and high-quality support for people with disabilities. As an experienced Occupational Therapist, you will have a genuine desire to support people with disabilities lead exceptional lives. You will also have;

• Genuine interest in working with people with disabilities
• Demonstrated understanding of client needs and experience working with clients with complex and challenging needs
• Strong administrative skills
• Ability to work in various locations
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and customer service delivery
• Exceptional organisation and time management skills and the ability to work autonomously in a complex environment characterised by competing demands and tight timelines.
• Ability to work both collaboratively within a team and independently
• Commitment to personal and professional improvement
• Driven with a solution-based mindset
• Experience working within a clinical billable environment, with an aim to exceed KPIs
• Willingness to contribute to ongoing development of services and team performance
• Ability to adhere to all directives and instructions given by Team Leader and supervising clinicians
• Be supportive and encouraging within your wider team
• Desire to follow a team culture that puts the customer first, is high performing and demonstrates a solution-based mindset
• A clean, unrestricted drivers’ licence 

Why be part of AFFORD?

• Be part of the best Allied Health team in disabilities
• Company Car or Car Allowance available
• Competitive salary including packaging options;
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Fully paid training and professional development
• Numerous other benefits

AFFORD is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.