Occupational Therapy Assistant | James Brown Care Centre
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Amana Living
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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Full Time
Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
16 Oct, 25
Salary
18550.0
Posted On
17 Jul, 25
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Good communication skills
Industry
Hospital/Health Care
Description
Responsibilities
Supports the occupational therapist in implementing the occupational therapy program according to the care plan
Enhance the quality of life and independence of Amana Living residents/clients by implementing therapeutic group activities as directed by the occupational therapist
Participates in therapy meetings and in organising activities and events for residents based on the interests and preferences of the resident cohort.
Assists day to day management of therapy equipment on site including equipment cleaning and organising ordering of stock
Observes clients responses to treatment programs, and reports findings to clinical team
Communicates effectively both written and verbally with the clinical team
Works within limits of own knowledge and ability and promptly refers problems or concerns to clinical team or manager, including any deterioration of an individual
Supports the rights, interests and needs of the care recipient
Identifies and utilises opportunities to use the strengths of the individual to promote and enable independence during normal daily activities such as personal hygiene, and mealtimes
Supports the management/clinical team to maintain accreditation compliance with the quality standards
Complies with Amana Living policies and procedures; and contributes to continuous improvement systems
Attends and actively participates in compulsory training sessions and meetings
About you
The successful candidate will have current knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices within health/aged care environment. Will be able to show exceptional organisational skills and the ability to complete busy workloads and respond to changing priorities.
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