Are you a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older Australians? Whiddon is seeking a skilled professional to join our team in Temora NSW on a 12-month fixed term contract working up to two days per week.

With experience in working with older adults in an aged or health care setting, current AHPRA registration as an OT, a willingness to travel and facilitate training for our wider teams, you will make the ideal candidate to join us in this role.

As the OT, you will be responsible for supporting the General Manager, Clinical Research & Reablement with the delivery of key projects to support the overall health and wellbeing of our residents, implementing therapeutic interventions to enhance residents’ physical, cognitive and emotional wellbeing and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.

To be successful in this role, you will be required to hold a Degree in Occupational Therapy, have strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, but more importantly, we are like one big family and treat each of our residents, families, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect.

We are hoping you will join our fantastic Whiddon family at Temora in the Riverina region of NSW, on a 12-month fixed term arrangement, working up to two days per week.

THE OFFER 

Whiddon offers the opportunity for employees to make positive and meaningful impact on residents and clients in their roles. With our resident focused approach to care employees are provided with the opportunity to develop strong relationships and friendships. In addition, Whiddon offer a competitive package with all the elements that you would expect and more: 

• Retail benefits with more than 350+ retail partners. 

• Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay. Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your rate by approximately $2 per hour? (obtaining financial advice is recommended) This is how:  

Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc. 

Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc. 

• Other packaging options such as relocation packaging, education, remote living benefits, everyday rewards and Novated Leases. 

• Leave options so you can rest, recuperate and take care of your loved ones! (Permanent employees)  

5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave) 

Long Service Leave after 5 years. 

12 weeks paid Parental Leave. 

Fertility leave. Up to 5 days personal leave to support with fertility treatment. 

Up to 3 days paid community service leave each year. 

Up to 4 days paid compassionate leave. 

Grandparent’s leave. Up to 5 days personal leave to support those who are grandparents when a new grandchild arrives or becomes unwell. 

• Work/life balance. Options to work morning, afternoon, or night shifts (role dependant). 

• Whiddon Scholarships so you can study and advance your career. You can get financial support to cover your studies. 

• Learning, learning, learning. Leadership courses for all levels of leaders, education resources and more! 

• Get recognised for your great work! On the spot recognition, Everyday Heroes, Annual Awards night and more. 

• Employee Referral Program. Earn bonuses for inviting your friends to work. 

• Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support. 

• Locations across NSW and QLD. If you need to relocate or wish to transfer between our Homes. 

YOUR APPLICATION 

To apply for this position, please submit a copy of your resume addressing the above criteria. To find out more about this position and the benefits of a career at Whiddon then visit our website https://www.whiddon.com.au/careers/ 

Please note, we are not currently seeking recruitment agency representation at this time; however, should we require assistance, we will reach out.