Macarthur Disability Services (MDS) has been providing support to people with a disability, the frail aged and their carers for over 40 years. We actively promote the rights and aspirations of people with a disability to enrich lives and roles in the community through the provision of choice, opportunity and innovative service design.

We take great pride in what we do at MDS, and we work to foster for our employee’s a culture of Respect, Quality and Empowerment, in line with the MDS values.

MDS believes our mission purpose is dependent on the collective efforts of our diverse workforce. MDS aims to use a competency based management strategy for Human Resources practices and to develop motivated teams who are driven, skilled and trained.

MDS offers a rewarding career with:

• Flexible Work practices including some work from home
• Opportunity to make a difference
• Salary packaging.

About the Opportunity

MDS is seeking to employ contracted Occupational Therapists.

Key Responsibilities for this position include:

• Conduct Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to support participants in maintaining, or improving, functional abilities and independence.
• Develop individualised care plans that reflect participants goals as per their NDIS funding
• Undertake accurate and timely documentation and communication, including clinical notes, reports, responding to inquiries and the NDIA.
• Undertake professional development activities to maintain and enhance skills

The successful applicant will have:

• Higher education tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with AHPRA
• Knowledge of the concepts and principles of Evidence based practice
• Understanding of the NDIS and the service delivery model
• Current Drivers License and access to a reliable motor vehicle.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Clearance

Desirable:

• Experience working with children and adults with a disability / mental health and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Medicare experience
• Early intervention experience

Successful applicants will have flexibility to manage their own caseloads and hours with a mix of community-based work and remote. Also offered is salary packaging, flexible working hours, mobile phone and leave loading. 

To apply for this position, please complete the application form via the "Apply Now" button.

Phone (02) 4621 8400 for further information.

Applications close 8.00am, on the closing dates.

It is essential that all applicants have the right to work in Australia. They must also have a current NSW driver’s licence and access to their own vehicle. Applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Clearance check. MDS is an EEO Employer and a smoke free workplace.

MDS is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

A position description is attached.