Exciting Opportunity for Occupational
Therapists (Senior and New Graduates Welcome!)
Position:
Occupational Therapist
Location: Flexible, New South Wales-based, with Community and Telehealth
options
Company: New Horizons – A Not-for-Profit with Heart and Vision
About New Horizons
For over 55 years, New Horizons has been a leader in community-based support
services across New South Wales. We are a not-for-profit organization dedicated
to fostering positive change, empowering resilience, and helping individuals
from all walks of life achieve their potential. Through the dedication of our
compassionate team, we provide NDIS services that uplift and inspire
communities. Join us to create meaningful impact and transform lives.
Why Work With Us?
New Horizons offers a dynamic and supportive environment that values
professional growth, collaboration, and flexibility. As part of our Clinical
Excellence Hub, you will have the resources and guidance to flourish in your
role. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:
Technology & Equipment: A
company phone and Surface Pro tablet provided to support your work,
whether in the community or via telehealth.
Flexible Travel Options: Choose
between a company car or receive a car allowance if using your personal
vehicle, ensuring you have the mobility needed to serve clients
effectively.
Professional Development: Enjoy a generous annual budget for continued professional development (CPD) to keep you at the forefront of evidence-based practices.
Work-Life Balance: Flexibility in
work settings, including telehealth and community-based options, helping
you balance professional responsibilities with personal needs.
Inclusive and Collaborative Culture: Work within a multidisciplinary team that values open
communication, mutual respect, and shared success.
About the Role
As an Occupational Therapist at New Horizons, you’ll play a vital role in
enhancing the independence, functionality, and well-being of clients within the
NDIS frameworks. Your expertise will empower individuals to achieve their goals
and participate fully in their communities. You’ll work closely with clients,
their support networks, and a dedicated team of professionals to deliver
holistic, person-centered care.
Key Responsibilities:
Client-Centered Assessments:
Conduct assessments, including home safety, functional, and workplace
evaluations to meet NDIS standards. Independently assess complex
participants' emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental and
physical level of function. Use clinical observations and standardised
assessments and interpret findings to formulate treatment goals.
Tailored Intervention Plans:
Develop individualised, evidence-based care plans to foster client
independence and engagement.
Collaborative Care: Partner with
healthcare providers and clients' families to achieve coordinated outcomes
and capacity-building goals.
Case Management: Attend case
conferences, health care meetings, and provide consultation as needed.
Accurate Documentation: Ensure
timely and precise records of assessments, interventions, and outcomes to
maintain transparency and quality.
Continuous Improvement: Engage in
clinical supervision and quality improvement activities, contributing to
team performance and innovation.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for Occupational Therapists who are passionate about
person-centered care and comfortable in community or telehealth settings. You
should excel in empathy, professionalism, time management, and communication,
ready to make a difference every day.
Essential Requirements:
Qualifications: Bachelor’s or
Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Certification: Current AHPRA
registration as an Occupational Therapist.
Experience: Demonstrated skills in
assessments and interventions, ideally within the NDIS sector.
Compliance: Current NDIS Worker
Screening Check, Working with Children Check, National Police Check, and a
valid driver’s license.
Preferred Attributes:
Adaptability: Ability to tailor
services to diverse client needs.
Collaboration: Strong skills in
working within multidisciplinary teams.
Commitment to Growth: Dedication to
continuous improvement and innovative service delivery.
Why This Role Matters
As an Occupational Therapist at New Horizons, you’ll have the chance to create
lasting change, supporting individuals to lead fulfilling lives and achieve
personal goals. Your work will extend beyond therapy sessions, contributing to
a more inclusive, resilient community.
Ready to inspire transformation, foster
resilience, and help others reach their full potential?
Apply now to join New Horizons and become part of a purpose-driven team
making a difference every day!