Indigo employs more than 100 skilled and professional staff from the fields of occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, administration, human resources, IT, marketing and finance.
Each of our dedicated staff members form an integral part of our team, which keeps customers at the heart of everything we do.
For health professionals, working at Indigo offers opportunities to use their technical skills to add value to people’s lives with the potential to work across different areas of the organisation including assistive technology, home modifications, driver assessments and more.
Occupational Therapist - Perth Metro
- Initial fixed-term Contract to 30 June 2021
- Commencing ASAP
- Fulltime and part-time role available
- Occupational Therapist ( OT Level 5-6)
Indigo is a leading provider of information, advice, assessment, training, funding and hire services that enable Western Australians of all ages and abilities to live more independent and fulfilling lives. Our purpose is greater independence and inclusion for all through allied health and assistive technology solutions.
THE ROLE
OTs working at Indigo provide professional advice, services and support in Assistive Technology (AT, devices and equipment) and Home Modification assessment and prescription, Allied Health Therapy Services (including to CHSP and NDIS clients) and training. The role will be varied and may work across a number of program areas and would suit an early career OT that is keen to learn and develop their skills in AT, Home modifications and wellness and reablement. The duties may include:
- Provision of expert advice, assessment and prescription of AT, home modifications (including CHSP eligible clients), wellness and reablement and funding and grant options available in a range of settings.
- Undertake person-centred assessments that identify the customers' functional capacity, strengths and lifestyle goals and develop a holistic, individualised person-centred therapy plan in partnership with the customer and their carer.
- Building capacity of individuals, carers, support organisations, schools, and other health professionals to support choice in the understanding and use of AT.
- Provision of training in the area of AT to individuals, organisations, schools, and health professionals.
- Review and assessment of home modification and equipment funding applications and preparation of professional reports and applications as required.
- Assist with coordination of referrals, planning, delivery, and evaluation.
THE CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will be a passionate, dynamic, and innovative Occupational Therapist. They will be highly flexible and organised. Demonstration of a high standard of communication, problem-solving and initiative are essential, as are time management skills.
The therapist will have sound clinical expertise, preferably with some experience working with assistive technology, home modifications or the various services and funding available to support assistive technology choice. It would suit a newly graduated to early career OT who is keen to develop their skills and expertise in AT.
WE OFFER
The opportunity to be part of a diverse and highly motivated team of allied health professionals with ongoing support, professional development, competitive salary, Perth metro based and the opportunity to be part of an organisation that makes a difference to people's lives and independence.
TO APPLY
Register your interest today by submitting your resume and a cover letter, addressing selection criteria (in no more than 2 pages). We encourage you to contact Lynda Quigley, Allied Health Manager, (08) 9381 0638 or Lynda.Quigley@indigosolutions.org.au, to discuss the specifics of the position.
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Applications close Monday 10 August 2020 (WST) or before Interviewing may commence before closing date.
Only those with the right to live and work in Australia need apply. No agency applications at this time.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We promote and support diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any additional support during the recruitment/interview phase, please contact HR@indigosolutions.org.au
Our Mission: a community in which all abilities are valued, where people have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to participate.
Occupational Therapist (OT)
- Part time position, with hours to be negotiated
- Commencing: ASAP
- Location - Albany / Great Southern region
- OT role in CHSP Allied Health.
Indigo is a leading provider of information, advice, assessment, training, funding and hire services that enable Western Australians of all ages and abilities to live more independent and fulfilling lives. Our purpose is greater independence and inclusion for all through allied health and assistive technology solutions.
THE ROLE
- Delivery of specialised clinical assessment and prescription of assistive technology and home modifications that support individuals and their families/carers to retain/optimise functional capacity, maximise quality of life and engage with community and social activities.
- Undertaking of person-centred assessments that identify the customers' functional capacity, strengths and lifestyle goals and develop a holistic, individualised person-centred therapy plan in partnership with the customer and their carer.
- Preparation of professional reports and equipment funding applications, providing clinical reasoning and recommendations on assistive technology and related therapy services.
WE OFFER
The opportunity to be part of a diverse and highly motivated team of allied health professionals with ongoing support from head office, flexible hours, competitive salary, based in the great southern region and the opportunity to make a difference to peoples’ lives and independence
THE CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will be a dynamic and innovative occupational therapist, with a minimum of two years experience. . They will have understanding of the needs of a wide range of people with disabilities from children to the elderly particularly in the areas of assistive technology and environmental design. They will have a demonstrated high level of clinical expertise in assistive technology and home modifications assessment and prescription. Demonstrated high levels of communication, problem-solving and initiative are essential, as are time management skills. The role will be based and provide services to the Great Southern region.
TO APPLY
For a copy of the Position Description email: HR@indigosolutions.org.au
- No agency applications at this time.
Meet the Team
Hear about what it's like to work at Indigo from our experienced, professional people, in their own words:
Andrew, Team Lead, Indigo Driving Service
I really like assisting people with a physical, medical condition or disability to return to driving with vehicle modifications. I love being able to help people to continue to drive and maintain independence in their life, when they may have thought it was not possible. A diagnosis does not necessarily mean cessation of driving. Whilst maintaining a drivers’ licence is not possible for all, it brings me joy to see people to continue to drive and live an independent life when safe to do so.
Christa, General Manager - Service Delivery, Assistive Equipment Service
It’s a dynamic role which allows me to use my problem solving abilities and meet different challenges together with the Executive Team...No two days are alike. My focus is to ensure that we are delivering a cost effective and high-quality service for all our customers, specifically tailored to their individual requirements. Read more about Christa under Our People.
Martin, Customer Service Officer, Experience Hub
What's not to like? Learning about all the new assistive technology is a real plus, but for me, It's also about working in an environment that is there to help. Indigo's Customer Service Officers support people with low level assistive technology requirements, working together with our health professionals, including occupational therapists, speech pathologists and physiotherapists.
Anna, Occupational Therapist, Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) Home Modification Services
Indigo has a lovely work culture, training opportunities and support. It has been exciting to see the organisation grow. I love the fact that we are supporting people over the age of 65 to remain in their own homes safe and independent and out of aged care facilities.
