BallyCara is an established charitable organisation that offers a wellness-focused lifestyle for our clients to facilitate independent living, health, and happiness.
At BallyCara, you will belong to a welcoming and inclusive community where your individual strengths and interests are embraced and are the key driver to everything that we create together. We will empower you with flexibility, autonomy and coaching to allow you to make a meaningful difference, whilst supporting you in your career and personal journey.
We inspire healthy and happy living through our SONA® (Happiness) values and enhance our employee's wellness through the following employee benefits:
Emotional Wellness: Enhance your happiness. Enjoy a wellness day off each year to take on your birthday, for your family, or just for you because you are worth it.
Physical Wellness: Improve your health and wellbeing with a fitness allowance for remedial massage, outdoor wellness gear, yoga, pilates, swimming, or gym plus access to an online fitness portal LIFT Fitness!
Professional Wellness: Enhance your career with two days of paid study leave combined with yearly study assistance!
Financial Wellness: Access not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550, receive 17.5% annual leave loading, and up to $1,892 per annum in financial discounts from our TELUS Health EAP and wellbeing portal!
Job Description
Join BallyCara as an Occupational Therapist – Part-Time (Bundoora Location!)
Are you an Occupational Therapist with a passion for helping individuals maintain their independence and enjoy meaningful daily activities? BallyCara, a leading aged care organisation, is looking for a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team in Bundoora for 3–4 days per week. The ideal candidate will be available to commence in January 2025!
Key Responsibilities:
Personalised Therapy: Deliver tailored therapy services to help elderly clients engage in meaningful activities that enhance their quality of life.
Collaboration: Work closely with the Senior Health Practitioner to develop and implement individualised care plans.
Client Assessments: Assess and address the physical, cognitive, and emotional needs of clients to support their independence and well-being.
Education and Support: Provide guidance and support to clients and their families, helping them feel empowered to manage care independently.
Community Engagement: Travel within the community using your own car to provide therapy services to clients in their homes and local settings.
Desired Skills and Experience
What we're looking for!
Qualifications and Registration: Relevant qualifications and registration as an Occupational Therapist.
Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a Community Occupational Therapist, ideally in a similar setting.
Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
Passion for Aged Care: A genuine commitment to improving the quality of life for elderly individuals.
Autonomy: Ability to work independently and manage your responsibilities in a new region.
Police Check: Current national Police Check clearance or the ability to obtain one through the BallyCara recruitment process.
COVID-19 Vaccinations: In line with Government recommendations.
Apply Now!
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our clients while being part of a dedicated and professional team. Join our team and bring your creativity, energy, and passion for connecting with others to BallyCara, where every day is an opportunity to celebrate community and make a difference!
We appreciate the interest of all applicants. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
