• Job no: 1882

• Casual employment opportunity for a final year Occupational Therapy student!
• Mobile role working in the community supporting a multidisciplinary team
• Provide specialist therapeutic support to children, young people and adults living with a disability under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist/ Speech Pathologist

What we offer

• Flexible working options available - tell us what you need for that work-life balance
• Genuine career development opportunities across the organisation and flexibility to work across a variety of health and wellness programs
• Access to our fantastic salary packaging options – increase your take home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay with $15,899 tax free each year
• Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation Card provides you with an additional $2,650 tax free per year
• Discounted motor vehicles and gym memberships
• BUPA and Medibank health cover discounts
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking enthusiastic Allied Health Assistants in their final year of Occupational Therapy passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people and adults living with a disability. Outreach AnglicareSA Therapeutic Services (OATS) provides specialist intervention, education and therapy services to children, young people and adults within education, community and work settings. Utilising your exceptional interpersonal skills you will work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver individualised services developed by Allied Health Professionals, focused on the needs of each customer and support across their activities of daily living.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Deliver efficient and effective therapy to children, young people and adults living with a disability under the guidance of qualified Speech Pathologist/Occupational Therapist
• Participating in ongoing professional development, supervision and peer mentoring
• Contributing to the innovation and growth of services to enable children and young people to live their lives to the fullest
• Work collaboratively with other agencies, health service providers and therapists to achieve goals facilitating a holistic service approach.

What do you need to bring?

• Currently undertaking final year of study in Occupational Therapy 
• Previous experience (desirable) providing assessment and therapy to children, young people and adults living with a disability
• Knowledge of a range of developmental delays and disorders
• Safe Environments for Children and Young People Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Provide First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• A current Australian driver's license and roadworthy vehicle
• Current or willingness to obtain annual flu vaccination

Who is AnglicareSA?

As one of SA’s largest social services provider, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 50,000 people each year. Our almost 2000 employees, and 300 volunteers support individuals, families and communities, responding to their immediate need and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life.

We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like you please click on 'Apply Now' and submit your application!

We do not accept applications via email but for more information, please contact: Angela, Recruitment Business Partner at [email protected] using the subject line: Allied Health Assistant - Outreach AnglicareSA Therapeutic Services enquiry via EthicalJobs.     

AnglicareSA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage all suitably qualified candidates apply. 

We are committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services.