Careers

HammondCare is currently looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to support Aged Care Residents across our residential portfolio. This role will be at covering our Erina and Woy Woy sites – how this works as a schedule can be discussed with your Manager.

• Part-time opportunity available – flexible on hours/days depending on candidate’s preference. Location is flexible depending on successful candidates’ preference.
• Brand new multidisciplinary team providing Allied Health services in Residential Care.
• Champion quality of life for residents at Erina and Woy Woy

About us  

HammondCare is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation that is passionate about improving the quality of care for people in need. As one of Australia’s most innovative health and aged care providers, we aim to set the global standard of relationship-based care for people with complex needs. HammondCare provides care primarily through hospitals, residential care homes and home-based care as well as services for dementia support, community palliative care, rehabilitation, positive aging, and older persons’ mental health. 

About the role: 

HammondCare is forming an exciting new internal Allied Health Care team to work in Residential Care. Whilst having the autonomy to work with residents to achieve the best care outcomes, you will also be part of a broader team of in-house Allied Health professionals working alongside and supporting frontline teams.

Together you will deliver resident-centred, evidence-based care in an environment that reduces excess disability, promotes meaningful engagement in life and strives to implement continuous quality improvement consistent with the values and ethics of HammondCare and the Australian Occupational Therapy Association.

Essence of the role

• Provision of effective and timely occupational therapy to residents and the appropriate support and advice to their representatives and the HammondCare team, at a service level and across residential care, to meet individual needs and preferences.
• Collaborate closely with residents, their representatives, staff, and the broader Allied Health Team to assess functional care needs, set care goals, and provide treatment and interventions to deliver the best possible outcomes for residents.
• Participate as a member of the HammondCare team in the application of the Mission and values to the pursuit of its objectives in a person-centred, continuous quality improvement work environment.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and continuing professional development.

About you

• Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action.
• A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA.
• Practical experience or sound knowledge in Aged Care.
• A current driver’s license, safe driving record and access to your own car, with a willingness to travel between HammondCare’s sites and services.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
• Demonstrated organisation and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an MDT.

Benefits  

We care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including: 

• Fitness Passports - Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
• Novated Leasing, referral bonuses, 
• Discounts across a range of household names such as JB HI- FI  
• Option to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave. 
• 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave 
• Learning and development opportunities 

To Apply 

If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare, Apply Now!  For any specific queries please contact Danielle at dmcintosh@hammond.com.au .

HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.

All short-listed applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, complete a NDIS Workers Screening Check, and provide evidence of Covid 19 vaccinations including the Booster.

Our Talent Acquisition team & Hiring Managers kindly request no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. HammondCare isn’t responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.