Occupational Therapist Levelm 1/2 - Aged Care Assessment Team

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Occupational Therapist Levelm 1/2 - Aged Care Assessment Team Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Facility: Bulli District Hospital Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 Remuneration: $61,174.16 - $88,620.08 per annum Hours Per Week: 36 Requisition ID: REQ54288 Applications Close: 29th of July 2018 What you'll be doing The key role is to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive Aged care assessments, referral, support and information to patient/client/carer of clients regarding services that require access to Australian commonwealth funded aged care placement or alternate services. The role also contributes to the formulation of care plans to meet the needs of the elderly person and their carer, according to Department of Health and Aging ACAT guidelines. The role aims to provide efficient, effective, consistent and timely assessment of clients. It ensures that there is a uniformity and equity of access for patients in acute care facilities as well as community clients who require ACAT assessments for Residential Care, entry to TACP, or community packages whilst working within the legislative requirements of the Aged Care Act 1997. Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. As such, people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This includes but is not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, People with Disability, Women and People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds. An eligibility list will be created for future Temporary and Permanent and Part-Time positions. Please note: Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Your claim against the selection criteria is the most important part of your application as it will help determine whether or not you have met the standard of response required by the panel to be eligible for an interview. You should read the Position Description and then address the selection criteria for the role, giving examples where required. Applicants are encouraged to review the following information on Applying for a position within NSW Health at: http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/guide/nswhealth/Pages/apply-for-position.aspx Selection Criteria: Current registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board, AHPRA. Current class C NSW drivers licence or equivalent. Demonstrated high-level written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and able to work in a team environment. Demonstrated discipline specific clinical experience working in relevant aged care setting and proven ability to undertake comprehensive aged care assessments and formulate, and implement appropriate care plans for older people. Demonstrated knowledge of aged care programs and services, recent /relevant aged care reforms, and residential placement requirements. Demonstrated high level of organisational and time management skills. Evidence of knowledge and commitment to the application of quality improvement and evidence based practice to occupational therapy. Need more information? For role related queries or questions contact David Rollestone on [email protected]